Volcán Quetzaltepeque
Guatemala, Chiquimula
Volcán Quetzaltepeque
LocationGuatemala, Chiquimula
RegionChiquimula
TypePermanent Veda Zone
Coordinates14.6000°, -89.4500°
Established1956
Area10.72
Nearest CityQuetzaltepeque (5 km)
About Volcán Quetzaltepeque
A volcanic peak at 1,887 m in the department of Chiquimula near the Esquipulas border zone. The permanent veda zone protects dry tropical forest on the volcanic slopes, which serve as headwaters for major rivers in the region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Volcán Quetzaltepeque located?
Volcán Quetzaltepeque is located in Chiquimula, Guatemala at coordinates 14.6, -89.45.
How do I get to Volcán Quetzaltepeque?
To get to Volcán Quetzaltepeque, the nearest city is Quetzaltepeque (5 km).
How large is Volcán Quetzaltepeque?
Volcán Quetzaltepeque covers approximately 10.72 square kilometers (4 square miles).
When was Volcán Quetzaltepeque established?
Volcán Quetzaltepeque was established in 1956.