San Sebastián Huehuetenango facts for kids
San Sebastián Huehuetenango is a special place in the country of Guatemala. It's like a town or a local area that has its own government, and it's part of a bigger region called the Huehuetenango Department.
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Welcome to San Sebastián Huehuetenango!
This interesting municipality is found about 27 kilometers (that's about 17 miles) north of the city of Huehuetenango. You can get there by following the big road called the Inter-American Highway, which heads towards the Mexican border at a place called La Mesilla.
What Language Do People Speak?
In San Sebastián Huehuetenango, many people speak a language called Mayan Mam. This is one of the ancient Mayan languages that has been spoken in this area for a very long time.
How Do People Live Here?
Most of the people who live in San Sebastián Huehuetenango are what we call subsistence farmers. This means they grow most of their own food to feed their families. They work hard on their farms to make sure they have enough to eat.
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Want to learn more in Spanish? Check out: San Sebastián Huehuetenango para niños
