Location: Quetzaltenango
Western Highlands, Guatemala
Country: Guatemala
Department: Quetzaltenango
Foundation: May 7, 1524
Government• Type: Municipality
• Mayor: Luis Grijalva Minera, Encuentro por Guatemala
Area• City: 120 km (50 sq mi)
Elevation: 2,330 m (7,640 ft)
Population (2011 Estimate)• City: 225,000
• Metro: 661,375
Demonym(s): Quetzalteca/o
Time zone: Central America (UTC-6)
Climate: Oceanic climate: subtropical highland variety (Cwb)
Top Things to do in Quetzaltenango
Things to do in Quetzaltenango, Western Highlands: The Best Sights & Landmarks
May 27, 2021 Augustus Redeker
Quetzaltenango, also known by its Maya name, Xelajú [ʃelaˈχu] or Xela [ˈʃela], is the second largest city of Guatemala. It is both the capital of Quetzaltenango Department and the municipal seat of Quetzaltenango municipality.
Restaurants in Quetzaltenango
1. Municipalidad de Quetzaltenango
2. Catedral del Espiritu Santo
3. La Ermita de la Concepcion (La Conquistadora)
4. Teatro Municipal de Quetzaltenango
5. Central Plaza
12 Av. And 4 Calle, Quetzaltenango 09001 Guatemala +502 4430 2416
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4.0 based on 206 reviews
This beautiful town square is a gathering place for locals, and is home to a cathedral and museum.
Reviewed By medywawa
Beautiful square surrounded by some fantastic architecture and stunning mountain view. Always something going in, especially lively on Sundays! Parades, street food, people watching, all in all a wonderful spot to hang out.
