Guatemala Buses

Guatemala's colorful buses are an expression of art and culture that reflects the identity of the country's indigenous and mestizo peoples. These vehicles, known as pickup trucks or Chicken Buses, are former American school buses that have been painted and decorated with religious, folkloric and patriotic motifs. The drivers and attendants of these buses personalize them with their own names, phrases and decorations, creating a variety of styles and designs. Guatemala's colorful buses are a very popular and affordable form of public transportation that connects the country's cities and towns.