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Taxisco

Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala · North America

About Taxisco

Taxisco sits on the route: 10 minutes from Guazacapán, 38km from Pacaya Volcano.

Taxisco is a town located in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala. With a population of 6,518, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Taxisco 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 Taxisco to your route.

About Taxisco

Taxisco is a town and municipality in the Santa Rosa department of Guatemala. It is located close to the Pacific Ocean. Taxisco was the birthplace of Juan José Arévalo, who served as President of the Republic from 1945 to 1951. Prior to the Spanish Conquest, Taxisco was occupied by the Xinca people.

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Where is Taxisco located?

Taxisco is located in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala, North America. The coordinates are 14.0672 latitude, -90.4679 longitude.

What is the population of Taxisco?

Taxisco has a population of approximately 6,518 people, making it a town in Guatemala.

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Quick Information

Population
6,518
Continent
North America
Country
Guatemala
Region
Santa Rosa Department
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.0672, -90.4679

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Worth the detour from Taxisco

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Pacaya Volcano

An active volcano near Antigua Guatemala where hikers can roast marshmallows on volcanic vents and see glowing lava flows.

38 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Taxisco

  • 65 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.
  • 71 kmRuta de las FloresA picturesque route through the western highlands of El Salvador connecting colorful colonial villages and coffee plantations.

When to drive here

Year-round

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

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Taxisco.

Guazacapán

🇬🇹 Guatemala

6 km awayPop. 18,855

Chiquimulilla

🇬🇹 Guatemala

9 km awayPop. 12,842

Pueblo Nuevo Viñas

🇬🇹 Guatemala

18 km awayPop. 4,211

San Juan Tecuaco

🇬🇹 Guatemala

22 km awayPop. 2,210

Santa María Ixhuatán

🇬🇹 Guatemala

25 km awayPop. 3,634

Guanagazapa

🇬🇹 Guatemala

26 km awayPop. 2,842

Barberena

🇬🇹 Guatemala

29 km awayPop. 47,093

Cuilapa

🇬🇹 Guatemala

29 km awayPop. 41,359

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