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San Pablo Jocopilas

Suchitepeque, Guatemala · North America

About San Pablo Jocopilas

San Pablo Jocopilas is worth a stop: 10 minutes from San Bernardino, 26km from Lake Atitlan.

San Pablo Jocopilas is a town located in Suchitepeque, Guatemala. With a population of 20,433, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, San Pablo Jocopilas 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 Pablo Jocopilas to your route.

About San Pablo Jocopilas

San Pablo Jocopilas is a town, with a population of 16,872 (2018 census), and a municipality east-northeast of Samayac and west of highway CA 2 in the Suchitepéquez department of Guatemala, located 8 km from Mazatenango, which is the department's capital. The Colonial Church was chosen as one of the seven most

Read more wonderful in Guatemala in a contest run by the Industrial Bank. San Pablo Jocopilas also boasts other monuments, such as the centenary clock of Chocolá, built in 1800. The commune is located along the banks of the Ixtacapa River, which is a popular tourist spot during the holidays.

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Where is San Pablo Jocopilas located?

San Pablo Jocopilas is located in Suchitepeque, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 14.5888 latitude, -91.4519 longitude.

What is the population of San Pablo Jocopilas?

San Pablo Jocopilas has a population of approximately 20,433 people, making it a town in Guatemala.

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Quick Information

Population
20,433
Continent
North America
Country
Guatemala
Region
Suchitepeque
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.5888, -91.4519

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North AmericaGuatemalaSuchitepequeTown

Worth the detour from San Pablo Jocopilas

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

San Pedro La Laguna

A backpacker and artist hub on Lake Atitlán's shores beneath San Pedro Volcano, known for Spanish schools and Tz'utujil Maya culture.

23 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Atitlan

A breathtaking volcanic lake surrounded by three towering volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, often called the most beautiful lake in the world.

26 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Chichicastenango Market

Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near San Pablo Jocopilas

  • 63 kmAcatenangoA 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.

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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near San Pablo Jocopilas.

Samayac

🇬🇹 Guatemala

1 km awayPop. 8,994

San Bernardino

🇬🇹 Guatemala

5 km awayPop. 5,501

Santo Tomás La Unión

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 7,081

Zunilito

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 2,745

San Antonio Suchitepéquez

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 13,666

San Francisco Zapotitlán

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 22,533

Mazatenango

🇬🇹 Guatemala

8 km awayPop. 77,431

San Gabriel

🇬🇹 Guatemala

11 km awayPop. 4,118

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