Flores

Flores occupies a small island within Lake Petén Itzá, connected to the mainland by a causeway with buildings painted in bright colors along narrow cobblestone streets.

The settlement was originally called Noh Peten and functioned as the capital of the Itza Maya kingdom until Spanish conquistadors captured it in 1697.

The streets of Flores come alive during traditional festivals, where local musicians play marimbas while vendors sell regional dishes and handmade textiles.

Travelers use Flores as a central base to explore the Mayan ruins of Tikal, with regular shuttle services departing from the town's main plaza to archaeological sites.

Lake Petén Itzá surrounds the entire urban center, creating natural boundaries that have preserved the original colonial street layout from the 1700s.

Location: Petén Department

Elevation above the sea: 113 m

Shares border with: San Belmopan, Dolores, Santa Ana, Campeche, San Benito

GPS coordinates: 16.93333,-89.88333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:48