El Progreso
Guatemala · Departamento de JutiapaGT
Municipality in Jutiapa, Guatemala
El Progreso, also El Progreso, Achuapa, is a town and municipality in the Jutiapa department of Guatemala. In 2018 the municipality had a population of 22,114 The Pan American Highway passes to the south of the main town, connecting it with Jutiapa, 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) to the southwest. The Morán, Chiquito and Ostúa rivers flow through the municipality. The main items produced locally include cigars, leather products, furniture, tiles and mud bricks.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 25,839
- Coordinates
- 14.350, -89.850
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Elevation
- 969 m
Overview of El Progreso
El Progreso is the kind of compact town you find in Departamento de Jutiapa, Guatemala. Around 25,839 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. The local offer centres on adventure and nature. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 969 metres up.
Things to do in El Progreso
Adventure in El Progreso
(3)Adventure in El Progreso covers Abseiling, Climbing and Shooting Ranges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for El Progreso.
Nature in El Progreso
(1)On the nature side, El Progreso offers Wildlife. It is a direct read of El Progreso's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit El Progreso
April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
Getting there & around
El Progreso rewards a slow approach — a hub in Departamento de Jutiapa, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to America/Guatemala on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near El Progreso that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is El Progreso known for?
- Travellers associate El Progreso with adventure and nature. It sits in Departamento de Jutiapa, Guatemala and counts about 25,839 residents.
- What can you do in El Progreso?
- El Progreso is tagged with Abseiling, Climbing, Shooting Ranges and Wildlife, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit El Progreso?
- April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
- Where is El Progreso located?
- El Progreso belongs to Departamento de Jutiapa, Guatemala, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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