Semuc Champey Natural Monument | |
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Location | Alta Verapaz, Guatemala |
Coordinates | 15°32′0″N 89°57′41″W / 15.53333°N 89.96139°W |
Area | 17.14 km2 (6.62 sq mi) |
Elevation | 380 m (1,250 ft) |
Established | Decreto No. 025 2005 |
Operator | CONAP, Municipality of Languín |
Website | www.semucchampey.com |
Semuc Champey is a natural monument in the department of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, near the Q'eqchi' Maya town of Lanquín. [1] It consists of a natural 300 m limestone bridge, under which passes the Cahabón River. Atop the bridge is a series of stepped, turquoise pools, a popular swimming attraction.
The name Semuc Champey is from the Qʼeqchiʼ language, meaning where the river hides under the earth. [2]
The best and most popular way to see Semuc Champey is from the "El Mirador" viewpoint. Though it is a roughly 45-minute hot, uphill jungle hike from the parking area, the views into the valley are unparalleled. [2]
Although it can be difficult to get to, Semuc is becoming more and more popular with travelers. [3]
Semuc Champey Natural Monument | |
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Location | Alta Verapaz, Guatemala |
Coordinates | 15°32′0″N 89°57′41″W / 15.53333°N 89.96139°W |
Area | 17.14 km2 (6.62 sq mi) |
Elevation | 380 m (1,250 ft) |
Established | Decreto No. 025 2005 |
Operator | CONAP, Municipality of Languín |
Website | www.semucchampey.com |
Semuc Champey is a natural monument in the department of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, near the Q'eqchi' Maya town of Lanquín. [1] It consists of a natural 300 m limestone bridge, under which passes the Cahabón River. Atop the bridge is a series of stepped, turquoise pools, a popular swimming attraction.
The name Semuc Champey is from the Qʼeqchiʼ language, meaning where the river hides under the earth. [2]
The best and most popular way to see Semuc Champey is from the "El Mirador" viewpoint. Though it is a roughly 45-minute hot, uphill jungle hike from the parking area, the views into the valley are unparalleled. [2]
Although it can be difficult to get to, Semuc is becoming more and more popular with travelers. [3]