In Purulh , tours of a farm that grows ferns for export may be arranged. Church of Salam . One of the principal attractions of the Verapaces, the Biotopo del Quetzal, is located near Purulh . For a quetzal, this 2,500-acre wildlife reserve is heaven. Two trails, which take about 45 minutes and two hours each to hike, wander through misty cloud forest full of orchids, bromeliads, mosses and ferns, past lovely waterfalls and across clear mountain streams.
Quetzals are present, but are surprisingly difficult to spot.
The cave is a popular place of worship for Maya people in the region. Tactic, a small town along the main highway, is known for its Pozo Vivo, or living spring. Santa Cruz and San Cristobal are two lovely towns along this route. About 30 km from San Cristobal are found the Chixoy dams and generating plants, where the staff will be happy to give tours. A charming city of about 70,000 inhabitants, Cob n is the departmental capital of Alta Verapaz and a convenient base for exploring the land of true peace.