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Santa Cruz Muluá

Retalhuleu, Guatemala · North America

About Santa Cruz Muluá

Santa Cruz Muluá sits on the route: 5 minutes from San Martín Zapotitlán, 44km from Lake Atitlan.

Santa Cruz Muluá is a town located in Retalhuleu, Guatemala. With a population of 2,706, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Santa Cruz Muluá 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 Santa Cruz Muluá to your route.

About Santa Cruz Muluá

Santa Cruz Muluá is a municipality in the Retalhuleu department of Guatemala. Its name comes from the ancient mayan word " Mulaja " which means " Land Between Rivers, " because its between the Samalá River, the Rio Muluá and many other small rivers and streams. It is situated 180 km from Guatemala City. The

Read more administrative center is bounded by the Samalá River to the west, which serves as the border with San Sebastián. Santa Cruz Muluá borders on the north with San Martín Zapotitlán, with theme parks Xetulul and Xocomil. Also to the north lies San Felipe famous for its blood sausage (moronga locally), to the east and the south is San Andrés Villa Seca. Santa Cruz Mulua municipality contains several villages: El Asintal (also Canton Asintal), Los Brillantes (also Finca Los Brilliantes), Boxoma further to the south and not often visited and, Lolita, which is the most distant and close the Pacific coast.

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Where is Santa Cruz Muluá located?

Santa Cruz Muluá is located in Retalhuleu, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 14.5815 latitude, -91.6244 longitude.

What is the population of Santa Cruz Muluá?

Santa Cruz Muluá has a population of approximately 2,706 people, making it a town in Guatemala.

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Quick Information

Population
2,706
Continent
North America
Country
Guatemala
Region
Retalhuleu
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.5815, -91.6244

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North AmericaGuatemalaRetalhuleuTown

Worth the detour from Santa Cruz Muluá

2 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.

40 km · about 45 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.

44 km · about 50 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

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

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Santa Cruz Muluá.

San Sebastián

🇬🇹 Guatemala

3 km awayPop. 29,167

San Martín Zapotitlán

🇬🇹 Guatemala

4 km awayPop. 4,419

San Andrés Villa Seca

🇬🇹 Guatemala

4 km awayPop. 5,102

San Felipe

🇬🇹 Guatemala

6 km awayPop. 24,446

Cuyotenango

🇬🇹 Guatemala

7 km awayPop. 10,825

Nuevo San Carlos

🇬🇹 Guatemala

8 km awayPop. 39,565

Retalhuleu

🇬🇹 Guatemala

8 km awayPop. 90,505

El Palmar

🇬🇹 Guatemala

9 km awayPop. 15,167

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