Sipacapa
Guatemala · Departamento de San MarcosGT
Municipality of Guatemala in San Marcos
Sipacapa is a municipality in the San Marcos department, situated in the Western highlands of Guatemala. Sipacapa's population of around 14,000 is spread among 14 village communities, scattered over mountainous terrain. Sipacapa is considered a linguistic community, as Sipakapense is a Maya language unique to the municipality.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 27,270
- Coordinates
- 15.212, -91.634
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Elevation
- 1970 m
Overview of Sipacapa
Part of Departamento de San Marcos, Guatemala, Sipacapa is a small town. The population is roughly 27,270. The altitude here is around 1,970 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Travel interests covered here include culture. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Sipacapa
Culture in Sipacapa
(1)The culture shortlist for Sipacapa: Mines. All of it is drawn from Sipacapa's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Getting there & around
Reaching Sipacapa is easiest with a car once you are in Departamento de San Marcos. Sipacapa runs on America/Guatemala time.
Similar destinations
Places near Sipacapa that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sipacapa known for?
- In Departamento de San Marcos, Guatemala, Sipacapa stands out for culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 27,270-strong destination.
- What can you do in Sipacapa?
- Options in Sipacapa run to Mines — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Sipacapa located?
- You will find Sipacapa in Departamento de San Marcos, Guatemala. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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