Q'eqchi' people facts for kids
Young Q'eqchi' Maya children, Belize
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| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 900,001 | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 Guatemala |
852,998 |
 Belize |
11,143 |
 Mexico |
834 |
 El Salvador |
245 |
 Honduras |
? |
| Languages | |
| Q'eqchi', Spanish, Kriol, English | |
| Religion | |
| Catholic, Evangelicalist, Mennonite, Maya religion | |
The Q'eqchi' (pronounced Keck-chee) are an important group of Maya peoples who live mostly in Guatemala and Belize. They have their own special language, also called Q'eqchi', which is part of the ancient Maya language family.
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Who are the Q'eqchi' People?
The Q'eqchi' are one of the many groups of Maya peoples. The Maya are famous for their ancient civilizations. These civilizations built amazing cities and developed advanced writing and math systems. The Q'eqchi' people continue the rich traditions of their ancestors.
Where Do Q'eqchi' People Live?
Long ago, before the Spanish arrived in the 1520s, most Q'eqchi' people lived in what are now the Alta Verapaz and Baja Verapaz areas of Guatemala.
Over time, the Q'eqchi' people moved to other parts of Guatemala. They also settled in southern Belize. Smaller groups now live in El Salvador, Honduras, and southern Mexico. This shows how their communities have grown and spread.
Q'eqchi' Language and Beliefs
The main language spoken by the Q'eqchi' is Q'eqchi'. Many also speak Spanish, especially in Guatemala. In Belize, some Q'eqchi' also speak Kriol and English.
The Q'eqchi' people have a mix of religious beliefs. Many are Catholic or Evangelicalist. Some are also Mennonite. They also keep parts of their traditional Maya religion, which connects them to their ancient roots and nature.
See also
In Spanish: Kekchí (etnia) para niños
