La Libertad, Huehuetenango facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Libertad
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Municipality
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 La Libertad, Huehuetenango
Location in Guatemala
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| Country |  Guatemala |
| Department |  Huehuetenango |
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| • Municipality | 231 km2 (89 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Municipality | 38,234 |
| • Density | 165.5/km2 (428.7/sq mi) |
| • Urban | 6,216 |
| Climate | Aw |
La Libertad (pronounced "la lee-ber-TAHD") is a town and a special area (called a municipality) in Guatemala. It is part of the Huehuetenango Department.
This town is located high up in the mountains. It sits about 1,720 meters (5,643 feet) above sea level. In 2018, about 38,234 people lived in La Libertad. The municipality covers an area of 231 square kilometers (about 89 square miles).
About La Libertad
La Libertad is a municipality in the country of Guatemala. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town and the smaller villages around it.
Location and Height
The town of La Libertad is found in the Huehuetenango Department. This department is one of the many regions that make up Guatemala. Being 1,720 meters above sea level means it's quite high up. This can affect the weather and the types of plants that grow there.
Population and Size
According to the 2018 census, 38,234 people live in the La Libertad municipality. The total area of the municipality is 231 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized area in terms of both people and land.
See also
- In Spanish: La Libertad (Huehuetenango) for kids
