Volcán Atitlán
Guatemala, Sololá
Volcán Atitlán
LocationGuatemala, Sololá
RegionSololá
TypePermanent Veda Zone
Coordinates14.5830°, -91.1860°
Established1956
Area25.97
Nearest CitySantiago Atitlán (10 km)
About Volcán Atitlán
An active stratovolcano rising to 3,537 m on the southern shore of Lake Atitlán, forming a dramatic backdrop to the caldera lake along with its twin Volcán Tolimán. The permanent veda zone protects cloud forest and volcanic ecosystems that are home to the endangered horned guan and other endemic bird species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Volcán Atitlán located?
Volcán Atitlán is located in Sololá, Guatemala at coordinates 14.583, -91.186.
How do I get to Volcán Atitlán?
To get to Volcán Atitlán, the nearest city is Santiago Atitlán (10 km).
How large is Volcán Atitlán?
Volcán Atitlán covers approximately 25.97 square kilometers (10 square miles).
When was Volcán Atitlán established?
Volcán Atitlán was established in 1956.