Cobán

Cobán is located in the cool, humid mountains of northern Guatemala. Cobán is the center of Guatemala's gourmet coffee-growing region and also produces cardamom and allspice for export. THE "Alta Verapaz" is one of the greatest attractions in Guatemala. Semuc Champey is a place where one river flows over another in a series of natural pools and waterfalls CARVED OUT OF THE LIMESTONE ROCK.

The area of Cobán is incredibly rich in flora and fauna. Large, dense cloud forests of exceptional beauty, sparkling waterfalls and several incredible cave systems make it an ideal place for TRUE Eco-tourists. A charming city of 70,000 habitants, Cobán is the state capital of Alta Verapaz. IT WAS FOUNDED in 1543 by Dominican Priests.