El Rosario
Guatemala, Petén
El Rosario
LocationGuatemala, Petén
RegionPetén
TypeNational Park
Coordinates16.5272°, -90.1600°
Established1980
Area11.05
Nearest CitySayaxché (2 km)
About El Rosario
A former state-owned finca declared a national park in 1980, centered on the small laguna El Rosario on the eastern edge of Sayaxché. The park protects lowland tropical forest interspersed with wetlands and seasonal flooding zones in southwestern Petén.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is El Rosario located?
El Rosario is located in Petén, Guatemala at coordinates 16.5272, -90.16.
How do I get to El Rosario?
To get to El Rosario, the nearest city is Sayaxché (2 km).
How large is El Rosario?
El Rosario covers approximately 11.05 square kilometers (4 square miles).
When was El Rosario established?
El Rosario was established in 1980.