Santa Cruz Muluá facts for kids
Santa Cruz Muluá is a cool place called a municipality in the Retalhuleu department of Guatemala. Its name comes from an old Mayan word, "Mulaja," which means "Land Between Rivers." This is because it's located between the Samalá River, the Rio Muluá, and many other smaller rivers and streams. Santa Cruz Muluá is about 180 kilometers (around 112 miles) away from Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala.
The main part of Santa Cruz Muluá is next to the Samalá River on its west side. This river also acts as the border with a nearby town called San Sebastián.
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Discovering Santa Cruz Muluá
Santa Cruz Muluá is a vibrant municipality in Guatemala. It's known for its rich history and beautiful natural surroundings, especially its many rivers. The name itself tells a story about its geography!
Where is Santa Cruz Muluá?
This municipality is located in the southwestern part of Guatemala, within the Retalhuleu department. It's a bit of a journey from Guatemala City, but worth it to see the "Land Between Rivers."
What's Nearby Santa Cruz Muluá?
Santa Cruz Muluá has some interesting neighbors:
- To the north, it borders San Martín Zapotitlán. This area is famous for the fun theme parks, Xetulul and Xocomil, which are great places to visit!
- Also to the north is San Felipe, a town known for its special local food called moronga (blood sausage).
- To the east and south, Santa Cruz Muluá shares borders with San Andrés Villa Seca.
Villages in Santa Cruz Muluá
The municipality of Santa Cruz Muluá includes several smaller villages and areas:
- El Asintal: This area is also known as Canton Asintal.
- Los Brillantes: Sometimes called Finca Los Brilliantes, this is a lovely area.
- Boxoma: Located further south, Boxoma is a quieter village that isn't visited as often.
- Lolita: This is the village farthest away from the main town center, and it's quite close to the Pacific coast.
See also
In Spanish: Santa Cruz Muluá para niños
