Las Cruces, Petén facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Las Cruces
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Municipality
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 Las Cruces
Location in Guatemala
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| Country |  Guatemala |
| Department | El Petén |
| Municipality | Las Cruces |
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| • Type | Municipal |
| Elevation | 130 m (430 ft) |
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| • Ethnicities | Ladino K'iche' |
| • Religions | Roman Catholicism Evangelicalism Maya |
| Climate | Am |
Las Cruces is a town in the northern part of Guatemala. It is located in the El Petén area. The name Las Cruces is pronounced "las krew-ses" in Spanish.
This town is a municipality, which means it is a local government area. It sits about 130 meters (or 426 feet) above sea level. You can find its exact spot using coordinates: 16 degrees, 38 minutes, 10 seconds North and 90 degrees, 11 minutes, 2 seconds West.
History of Las Cruces
Las Cruces is a fairly new municipality. It was officially created in the year 2011. Before that, it was part of another area called La Libertad. This change helped Las Cruces manage its own local affairs.
Geography and Location
Las Cruces is located in the El Petén department. This department is in the northern part of Guatemala. El Petén is known for its large forests and ancient Maya ruins.
The town's elevation is 130 meters (426 feet). This means it is not very high above sea level. Its location in Petén gives it a tropical monsoon climate. This type of climate usually has a wet season and a dry season.
People and Culture
The people living in Las Cruces come from different backgrounds. The main groups are Ladino and K'iche' people. Ladino refers to people of mixed Indigenous and European heritage. K'iche' are one of the largest Maya groups in Guatemala.
Many different religions are practiced here. These include Roman Catholicism, Evangelicalism, and traditional Maya beliefs. This mix of cultures and beliefs makes the community vibrant.
See also
In Spanish: Las Cruces (Guatemala) para niños
