On May 17, we left CASAS for our 9-day trip. Our first stop was at the Imixmche Mayan Ruins. The ruins were very neat to see, especially since I have learned of the Mayans in every social studies course that I have taken since fifth grade. While walking around, we discovered that a Mayan ritual had just been performed; the candles were still lit and flower petals were scattered on the ground.
Another highlight of our trip was visiting Chichicastenango. On Sunday, May 18, we attended a Catholic Mass. This was very interesting as the Mass was spoken in both Spanish and Quiche, the local Mayan language, simultaneously. After attending Mass, we were able to walk around the large Chichi market. This was another time for us to practice our Spanish.
One thing that has stuck out to me so far, is that so many children around the ages of 5 and 6 are walking around the markets selling things. I can’t imagine being a little child and having to work.
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