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   Quetzaltenango (Spanish pronunciation: [ketsalteˈnaŋɡo], also known by its Maya name Xelajú or Xela [ˈʃela]) is both the seat of the namesake Department and municipality, in Guatemala. The city is located in a mountain valley at an elevation of 2,330 meters (7,640 feet) above sea level at its lowest part.

   • Elevation: 2,330 m (7,640 ft)
   • Country: Guatemala

   • Climate: Oceanic climate: subtropical highland variety (Cwb)
   • Department: Quetzaltenango

2. www.lonelyplanet.com › quetzaltenango-xelaQuetzaltenango travel - Lonely Planet | Guatemala, Central ...

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   • Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango. Quetzaltenango's railroad station, 1km east of the Templo de Minerva along 4a Calle, lay dormant for many years until the city converted it into this…
   • Parque Centro América. Most of Xela's sights crowd in and around the broad central plaza. It's a great place for a stroll or to sit and people-watch.
   • Cemetery. Quetzaltenango's enormous cemetery is a pleasant and fascinating green space for a walk. To the left of the main entrance, visit the grave of the gypsy…
   • Cerro el Baúl. This wooded hill is a popular weekend destination for city dwellers, for its wonderful views across Xela's broad plain and to the volcanos that fringe it…

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   Quetzaltenango (Lugar donde hay quetzales) es una ciudad y también la capital del Departamento de Quetzaltenango ubicada en la República de Guatemala, destacada por su notable importancia histórica y su riqueza cultural y reconocida por ser una ciudad educativa, [8] [9] además es un destino turístico guatemalteco por su bien preservada ...

   • Coordenadas: 14°50′00″N 91°31′00″O / 14.833333333333, -91.516666666667

   • Idioma oficial: Español

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   Things to Do in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala: See Tripadvisor's 7,782 traveler reviews and photos of Quetzaltenango tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Quetzaltenango. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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6. www.britannica.com › place › QuetzaltenangoQuetzaltenango | Guatemala, Map, Elevation, & Population

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   Quetzaltenango, city, southwestern Guatemala, 7,656 feet (2,334 metres) above sea level near the foot of the Santa María volcano. The city’s high elevation causes the temperature to drop below freezing in the dry season. It is near the site of the battle in which the Spanish and their Indigenous.

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   Where is Quetzaltenango located?

   • Quetzaltenango ( Spanish pronunciation: [ketsalteˈnaŋɡo], also known by its Maya name Xelajú [ʃelaˈχu] or Xela [ˈʃela]) is both the seat of the namesake Department and municipality, in Guatemala. The city is located in a mountain valley at an elevation of 2,330 meters (7,640 feet) above sea level at its lowest part.

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   What is Quetzaltenango known for?

   • The city has preserved much of its Neoclassical architecture. There are several museums and cultural institutions in Quetzaltenango, and many of Guatemala’s best-known scholars, writers, and musicians have lived there. It is linked to Guatemala City, 70 miles (110 km) to the east, by paved highway and by air routes.

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   Why is Guatemala called Quetzaltenango?

   • The city was already some 300 years old when Spanish Conquistadors came to conquer Guatemala in the early 1500s. Their native allies the Nahuas from Central Mexico called the city "Quetzaltenango", meaning "the place of the Quetzal bird" in the Nahua language. The Spanish took the name from the Nahuas.

   Quetzaltenango – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   How long does it take to visit Quetzaltenango?

   • If you simply want to see the city and tick off the top things to do in Quetzaltenango, then 3-4 days is a good amount of time. Quetzaltenango is Guatemala’s second-biggest city after Guatemala City. Most big cities have a number of neighbourhoods to pick from and areas to research.

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   Quetzaltenango, also known as Xela (pronounced SHAY-la) or Xelaju, is the second largest city in Guatemala. There are a number of attractions in town, and it's also a good base for exploring Guatemala's Western Highlands ("Los Altos").

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   Jul 27, 2023 · Quetzaltenango, also known as Xela, is Guatemala's second biggest city with a rich history and culture. Learn where to stay, eat, get around and what to do in this charming and authentic destination.