Lake Amatitlán, Lake in Guatemala
Lake Amatitlán is a crater lake located in the Municipality of Amatitlán.
Traditionally, Lake Amatitlán was considered to have been formed approximately 10,000 years ago.
The lake is a vital part of local folklore and festivities.
Lake Amatitlán suffers from severe environmental problems due to pollution.
Amatitlán means 'place of amate' in Nahuatl, referring to the bark paper made there.
Location: Amatitlán
Location: San Miguel Petapa
Location: Villa Canales
Location: Villa Nueva
Elevation above the sea: 1,186 m
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