The Mayan temples at Tikal in Guatemala is considered the greatest historical experience
The first ever Lonely Planet Awards have been announced in 2010 issue of Lonely Planet Magazine. Thousands of you voted to tell us your top travel moments, from Greatest Wildlife Encounter to Greatest Journey.
This is one of the findings of Lonely Planet’s first ever The Lonely Planet Awards unearthed the experiences which make a trip truly unique, from food and culture, to journeys and activities. Each question in the survey came with a shortlist drawn up by a panel of Lonely Planet experts.
The Lonely Planet Awards also found:
· Visiting the Mayan temples at Tikal in Guatemala is considered the greatest historical experience, beating better known attractions such as the Taj Mahal and Egypt’s Pyramids.
Tom Hall said, “The results of the Lonely Planet Awards include some surprising winners, such as the Mayan temples at Tikal. The success of these lesser known attractions really highlights how worthwhile it is to venture away from some of the world’s best known places and sights and discover what else the world has to offer.”
Over 3500 people voted in the Lonely Planet Awards, created in association with adventure specialist Explore. An overview of the categories and the results will be highlighted online at lonelyplanet.com/awards
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