Acul
Municipality in El Quiché, Guatemala
Acul is a town in the Quiché Department in Guatemala. It is located just north but out of view from the town of Nebaj. The town was destroyed and much of its population brutally massacred by the National Army in the Guatemalan Civil War, but was later rebuilt in 1983 by the Government of Guatemala as a model town for other settlements similarly affected by the violence of the Civil War.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 15.417, -91.150
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Acul
Acul — a destination in Guatemala — is worth a place on your map. The local offer centres on nature, sports and adventure. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Acul
Nature in Acul
(4)Acul's nature entries include Natural Places, Nature, Rivers and Scenic Roads. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Acul. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Sports in Acul
(3)On the sports side, Acul offers Biking, Running and Trail Running. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Acul. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Adventure in Acul
(1)For adventure, expect Off Road Trails. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Acul's own activity tags.
Wellness in Acul
(1)Acul records Ranches under wellness. It is a direct read of Acul's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
More to do in Acul
(1)Acul's other activities entries include Secret. It is a direct read of Acul's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Acul
April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Guatemala plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to America/Guatemala on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Acul that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Acul known for?
- Travellers associate Acul with nature, sports and adventure. It sits in Guatemala.
- What can you do in Acul?
- Acul is tagged with Natural Places, Nature, Rivers, Scenic Roads and Biking, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Acul?
- April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes.
- Where is Acul located?
- Acul belongs to Guatemala, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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