Quetzaltenango
Guatemala
Description
It has an estimated population of 224,703. The population is about 61% indigenous or Amerindian, 34% Mestizo or ladino and 5% white Latin American. Quetzaltenango is located in a mountain valley at an elevation of 2,330 meters (7,640 feet) above sea level at its lowest part. It may reach above 2,400 meters within the city. [Source Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quetzaltenango).
Population : 180000 habitants
Superficy : 122000000 habitants
Weather
09/12/2025
Min: 9.6°C / Max: 14.2°C
Humidity: 86%
10/12/2025
Min: 9.3°C / Max: 17.9°C
Humidity: 84%
11/12/2025
Min: 9.6°C / Max: 18.8°C
Humidity: 83%
11/12/2025
Min: 9.6°C / Max: 18.8°C
Humidity: 83%
Activities in Quetzaltenango
1 Centro Intercultural y Deportivo de Quetzaltenango
21 Avenida, Quezaltenango, Guatemala
3 Museo de Historia Natural "Victor Salvador de León Toledo"
7 calle entre 11 y 12 avenida, 7a Calle, Quezaltenango, Guatemala
11 Santa Maria Volcano Hike
Hike up this towering volcano for breathtaking views of the region.
Duration: 6h
12 Central Park of Xela
Relax in the heart of the city and enjoy the colonial architecture.
Duration: 1h
13 Fuentes Georginas Hot Springs
Soak in natural hot springs surrounded by lush forests.
Duration: 3h
14 Trama Textiles
Learn about traditional Mayan weaving and shop for handmade textiles.
Duration: 2h
15 Cerro El Baúl Park
Hike or drive to this park for panoramic views of Xela and a relaxing atmosphere.
Duration: 3h
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