Jutiapa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jutiapa
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Municipality
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Jutiapa Park
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| Motto(s):
Birthplace of the Sun
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 Jutiapa
Location in Guatemala
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| Country |  Guatemala |
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| Department |  Jutiapa |
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| Area | |||
| • Municipality | 610 km2 (240 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 895 m (2,936 ft) | ||
| Population
(census 2018)
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| • Municipality | 145,880 | ||
| • Density | 239.1/km2 (619/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 145,880 | ||
| Time zone | GMT-6 | ||
| Climate | Aw | ||
Jutiapa is a city and a municipality in the Jutiapa department of Guatemala. It is the capital city of the Jutiapa department.
The city is located about 124 kilometers (77 miles) away from Guatemala City. It sits at an altitude of 892 meters (2,926 feet) above sea level. As of 2023, about 168,787 people live in Jutiapa.
Discover Jutiapa!
Jutiapa is known for its interesting local crafts. People here make many things by hand.
What Can You Find in Jutiapa?
You can find candles made from different materials. They also create woven hats and other items from palm leaves. Leather goods are popular, like saddles, belts, and riding gear. Traditional ceramics are also a big part of the local art.
Jutiapa is home to the Catedral San Cristóbal. This important church became the main church for the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Francisco de Asís de Jutiapa in 2016.
Notable People from Jutiapa
Many interesting people have come from Jutiapa. One famous person is Angelina Acuña (1905-2006), who was a well-known writer.
See also
In Spanish: Jutiapa (municipio) para niños
