Chisec
Guatemala · Departamento de Alta VerapazGT
Municipality in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
Chisec is a town and municipality in the north of the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz that was founded in 1813. It is situated at 230 metres (755 ft) above sea level. The municipality covers a territory of 1,244 km2.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 69,325
- Coordinates
- 15.813, -90.289
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Elevation
- 250 m
Overview of Chisec
Chisec — a compact city in Departamento de Alta Verapaz, Guatemala — is worth a place on your map. It counts about 69,325 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: nature, sports and adventure. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Chisec
Nature in Chisec
(4)The nature shortlist for Chisec: Caves, Geological Formations, Natural Places and Nature. All of it is drawn from Chisec's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Sports in Chisec
(2)Chisec's sports entries include Hiking Trails and Walking Trails. All of it is drawn from Chisec's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Chisec
(1)For adventure, expect Off Road Trails. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chisec.
Culture in Chisec
(1)Our data lists Religious Sites as culture options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Chisec.
Nightlife in Chisec
(1)Nightlife in Chisec covers Nightlife. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chisec.
Best time to visit Chisec
Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Reach Chisec by regional transport from the nearest hub in Departamento de Alta Verapaz; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: America/Guatemala.
Similar destinations
Places near Chisec that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chisec known for?
- Chisec, in Departamento de Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, is best known for nature, sports and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 69,325 residents.
- What can you do in Chisec?
- Recorded activities in Chisec include Caves, Geological Formations, Natural Places, Nature and Hiking Trails. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Chisec?
- Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Chisec located?
- Chisec is located in Departamento de Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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