Semuc Champey

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Semuc Champey
Natural Monument
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Pools in the Cahabòn River
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LocationTemplate:Flagicon Lanquín, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
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Elevation380 m (1,250 ft)
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Municipality of Languín

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Semuc Champey is a natural enclave in the department of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, near the Q'eqchi' Maya town of Lanquín.[1] It consists of a natural 300 metres (980 ft) 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 natural monument was established in 2005 by Decreto No. 025.

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]

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Semuc Champei lakes view

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  1. ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content."Semuc Champey". Atlas Obscura. Retrieved 23 February 2023.
  2. ^ a b Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content."Semuc Champey". The Travelers Within. Retrieved 8 July 2020.
  3. ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Maynard, Joice (14 September 2012). "In Guatemala, a Torturous Drive to a Remote Eden". The New York Times. Retrieved 16 September 2012.

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