Mazatenango (Mazatenango)
Mazatenango is a city with a population of 77,431 (as of 2018) and a municipality in the Suchitepéquez department of Guatemala. It is the capital of Suchitepéquez department and is located 165km from Guatemala City.
It lies significantly lower in elevation than Guatemala City or Quetzaltenango. It sits on the coastal plain leading to the Pacific Ocean. The climate is hotter and more humid than that of the other cities in the higher elevations.
During the month of February, Mazatenango holds its eight-day Carnival Feast, with food, music, parades, and games.
It lies significantly lower in elevation than Guatemala City or Quetzaltenango. It sits on the coastal plain leading to the Pacific Ocean. The climate is hotter and more humid than that of the other cities in the higher elevations.
During the month of February, Mazatenango holds its eight-day Carnival Feast, with food, music, parades, and games.
Map - Mazatenango (Mazatenango)
Map
Country - Guatemala
Currency / Language
| ISO | Currency | Symbol | Significant figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTQ | Guatemalan quetzal | Q | 2 |
| ISO | Language |
|---|---|
| ES | Spanish language |