San José, Petén facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San José
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 San José, Petén
Location in Guatemala
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| Country |  Guatemala |
| Department | .png){kind=small} El Petén |
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| • Total | 3,602 |
| Climate | Aw |
San José is a town in Guatemala. It is a type of local government area called a municipality. San José is part of the Petén Department, which is like a state or province.
About 3,602 people live in San José. The town is located on the northern shore of Lake Petén Itzá. It is also very close to ancient Maya ruins. These ruins are from the Classic Period of Maya history.
Exploring Ancient Maya Sites Near San José
San José is near important historical places. One of these is the ancient Maya ruin of Motul de San José. This site was once a busy Maya city. Another significant Maya site, El Zotz, is also found within the municipality. These places offer a peek into the rich history of the Maya people.
Sports and Local Teams
San José is home to a professional football (soccer) team. The team is called Heredia Jaguares de Peten. They play in the Liga Nacional de Fútbol de Guatemala. This is the top football league in Guatemala. The team moved to San José from another town called Morales in 2008.
Images for kids
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A view of Temple 4 at Tikal, an ancient Maya city.
See also
In Spanish: San José (Petén) para niños
