San Juan Tecuaco facts for kids
San Juan Tecuaco is a lively town in the Santa Rosa area of Guatemala. It's known as a "municipality," which means it has its own local government and covers a specific region.
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A Look Back at San Juan Tecuaco's History
This town was started a long time ago, around the year 1800. It was founded by the Xinca people, who are an ancient group of people native to this part of Guatemala.
Where is San Juan Tecuaco?
San Juan Tecuaco is located in the southeast part of Guatemala. It's part of the Santa Rosa department. The town covers about 82 square kilometers (around 31 square miles).
Neighboring Towns
- To the west and south, it borders Chiquimulilla.
- To the east, you'll find Oratorio and Pasaco.
- To the north, it's next to Santa Maria Ixhuatan.
How San Juan Tecuaco is Governed
The local government in San Juan Tecuaco is democratic. This means people vote for their leaders. The main leader is called the Mayor (or Alcalde in Spanish). There is also a Vice Mayor and three council members who help run the town.
Celebrating the Annual Fair
Every year, San Juan Tecuaco holds a special fair called a feria. This fun event starts on January 23rd and ends on January 27th. During the fair, people enjoy dances, attend a special church service (Misa), and watch exciting bull-riding events called Jaripeos. The fair honors San Juan Evangelist.
What Does "Tecuaco" Mean?
The name "Tecuaco" has a cool meaning! It comes from two words:
- Tec means "tex" or "snake."
- Uaco means "cuacl" or "stone."
So, "Tecuaco" means "place of the snake of stone." This name likely refers to a type of rattlesnake found in the area.
See also
In Spanish: San Juan Tecuaco para niños
