Santa Cruz Balanyá facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santa Cruz Balanyá
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Municipality and town
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 Santa Cruz Balanyá
Location in Guatemala
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| Country |  Guatemala |
| Department |  Chimaltenango |
| Time zone | UTC+6 (Central Time) |
| Climate | Cwb |
Santa Cruz Balanyá (pronounced "SAN-tah Krooz Bah-lahn-YAH") is a small town in Guatemala. It is also a special area known as a municipality. This municipality is found within the Chimaltenango department.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. Think of it as a town or city, plus the smaller villages and countryside around it. It has its own local government that helps run things for the people living there.
How Municipalities Work
Each municipality in Guatemala has a mayor and a local council. These leaders are chosen by the people who live in the area. They make decisions about local services. This includes things like keeping the streets clean and managing local schools.
Santa Cruz Balanyá's Location
Santa Cruz Balanyá is located in the Chimaltenango department. This department is one of the many regions that make up the country of Guatemala. It is known for its beautiful landscapes.
See also
In Spanish: Santa Cruz Balanyá para niños
