Guatemala Lake Atitlan: The department of Sololá is outstanding because it is there where GUATEMALA LAKE ATITLÁN is located. Sololá is found in the western part of the country and is one of the areas with the richest indigenous traditions. The present ethnical groups include Cackchiqueles, Quiches and Tzutuiles, who wear their traditional indigenous costumes with pride. These costumes are handmade and are one of the main attractions of Sololá. Officially Sololá was founded in 1541. Then the town was called 'Tecpán Atitlán', later its name was changed by the Catholic Church to 'Nuestra Señora de la Asunción de Sololá' Here you will find Chichicastenango traditional indian market as well. The department of Solola has a great selection of hotel from Lake Atitlan lake side boutique inn to beautiful hotels.