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'''Mazatenango''' is a [[municipality]] in the [[Suchitepéquez Department|Suchitepéquez]] [[Departments of Guatemala|department]] of [[Guatemala]]. It is the capital of [[Suchitepéquez Department|Suchitepéquez]] department and is located 165&nbsp;km from [[Guatemala City]].
'''Mazatenango''' is a city with a population of 77,431 (as of 2018)<ref>[https://www.citypopulation.de/en/guatemala/cities/ Citypopulation.de] Population of cities & towns in Guatemala</ref> and a [[Municipalities of Guatemala|municipality]] in the [[Suchitepéquez Department|Suchitepéquez department]] of [[Guatemala]]. It is the capital of Suchitepéquez department, and is located 165 km from [[Guatemala City]].


Mazatenango lies significantly lower in elevation than [[Guatemala City]] or [[Quetzaltenango]]. It sits on the coastal plain leading to the [[Pacific Ocean]]. Therefore, the climate is somewhat hotter and definitely more humid than that of the other cities in the upper elevations.
It lies significantly lower in elevation than Guatemala City or [[Quetzaltenango]], as 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 higher [https://weatherspark.com/y/11198/Average-Weather-in-Mazatenango-Guatemala-Year-Round elevations.].


==Carnival==
==Carnival==
During the month of February, an eight-day Carnival Feast takes place in the city, with food, music, parades, and games.
During the month of February, Mazatenango is famous for its eight-day Carnival Feast. Locals and visitors alike look forward to the days of food, music, parades, games, etc. that bring the streets of the capital city to life. As one Guatemalan website states, “To mention the carnival of Mazatenango is to bring to mind moments of a happy and cordial party. In the eight days of this celebration's duration the local residents have kept alive the traditions of the Department.” It’s from February 4 at night to February 12.


==Arts and crafts==
== Arts and crafts ==
Mazatenango is a major producer of gold, silver, tile, fabric, and furniture. Though it is remotely located on the [[Sís River]] in southwestern Guatemala, it is a major commercial center for the economy. From this region come many of the products tourists buy at the markets they visit. Goods are shipped to other cities via the Pacific Coast Highway which runs through and is the lifeblood for this city.
Mazatenango is a major producer of gold, silver, tile, fabric, and furniture. It's also a major commercial centre for the economy. This region provides many of the products tourists buy at the markets. Goods are shipped to other cities via the Pacific Coast Highway which runs through the city.


==Sports==
==Sports==
Mazatenango is home to [[Liga Nacional de Guatemala|Guatemala’s top division]] football side [[CD Suchitepéquez]]. They play at the [[Estadio Carlos Salazar Hijo]] in the Santa Cristina neighbourhood.
Mazatenango is home to [[Liga Nacional de Guatemala|Guatemala's top division]] football side [[CD Suchitepéquez]]. The team plays its home fixtures at [[Estadio Carlos Salazar Hijo]] in the Santa Cristina neighborhood.


==Language==
==Language==
While having Spanish as the main language in the country and in the city, Mazatenango also speaks kich’e as a language too.
Spanish and Kich’e are spoken in Mazatenango.

==References==
{{Reflist}}


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Latest revision as of 03:08, 16 June 2024

Mazatenango
Municipality
From the top: Kiosk in the park, Streets in Mazatenango, Municipal Palace, Church, Stadium and Panoramic view at sunset.
From the top: Kiosk in the park, Streets in Mazatenango, Municipal Palace, Church, Stadium and Panoramic view at sunset.
Mazatenango is located in Guatemala
Mazatenango
Mazatenango
Location in Guatemala
Coordinates: 14°32′N 91°30′W / 14.533°N 91.500°W / 14.533; -91.500
Country Guatemala
Department Suchitepéquez
Government
 • MayorManuel Delgado
Area
 • Municipality
86 sq mi (223 km2)
Elevation
1,227 ft (374 m)
Population
 (2018 census)[1]
 • Municipality
77,431
 • Density900/sq mi (350/km2)
 • Urban
77,431
ClimateAm

Mazatenango is a city with a population of 77,431 (as of 2018)[2] and a municipality in the Suchitepéquez department of Guatemala. It is the capital of Suchitepéquez department, and is located 165 km from Guatemala City.

It lies significantly lower in elevation than Guatemala City or Quetzaltenango, as 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 higher elevations..

Carnival

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During the month of February, an eight-day Carnival Feast takes place in the city, with food, music, parades, and games.

Arts and crafts

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Mazatenango is a major producer of gold, silver, tile, fabric, and furniture. It's also a major commercial centre for the economy. This region provides many of the products tourists buy at the markets. Goods are shipped to other cities via the Pacific Coast Highway which runs through the city.

Sports

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Mazatenango is home to Guatemala's top division football side CD Suchitepéquez. The team plays its home fixtures at Estadio Carlos Salazar Hijo in the Santa Cristina neighborhood.

Language

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Spanish and Kich’e are spoken in Mazatenango.

References

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  1. ^ Citypopulation.de Population of departments and municipalities in Guatemala
  2. ^ Citypopulation.de Population of cities & towns in Guatemala

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