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Chichicastenango Market
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
26 km · about 30 min drive
Chimaltenango, Guatemala · North America
San José Poaquil is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Santa Apolonia, 37km from Lake Atitlan.
San José Poaquil is a town located in Chimaltenango, Guatemala. With a population of 5,987, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, San José Poaquil sits in Guatemala. It's in the America/Guatemala time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add San José Poaquil to your route.
San José Poaquil is a city and a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala. It covers an area of approximately 82.03 km2 (31.67 sq mi). As per 2023 estimates, it has a population of about 34,400 inhabitants.
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San José Poaquil is located in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 14.8181 latitude, -90.9125 longitude.
San José Poaquil has a population of approximately 5,987 people, making it a town in Guatemala.
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6 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
35 km · about 40 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A 3,976 m stratovolcano near Antigua climbed overnight so hikers can camp on the ridge and watch neighbouring Volcán de Fuego erupt through the night: one of the most reliable live-eruption views on earth.
35 km · about 40 min drive
natural wonder
A breathtaking volcanic lake surrounded by three towering volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, often called the most beautiful lake in the world.
37 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
A backpacker and artist hub on Lake Atitlán's shores beneath San Pedro Volcano, known for Spanish schools and Tz'utujil Maya culture.
41 km · about 45 min drive
natural wonder
An active volcano near Antigua Guatemala where hikers can roast marshmallows on volcanic vents and see glowing lava flows.
59 km · about 70 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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