Chimaltenango Department

Chimaltenango Department is an administrative region in central Guatemala characterized by mountainous terrain and fertile valleys. The area contains numerous agricultural lands where local communities grow crops and raise livestock.

In pre-Columbian times, Maya communities built settlements and established trade networks throughout the region. These early foundations shaped how the area developed over centuries.

K'iche' Maya communities here keep their traditions alive through bustling markets and by making textiles with distinctive patterns that reflect local identity. These handmade fabrics are part of everyday life and sold throughout the region.

The Pan-American Highway passes through the region, connecting its sixteen municipalities with Guatemala City and western areas. This main road makes it easy to travel between towns and communities.

Coffee grows on mountain slopes here where elevation creates natural conditions that affect bean flavor. This high-altitude farming is a defining feature of the region.

Location: Guatemala

Capital city: Chimaltenango

Shares border with: Pachalum, Guatemala Department, Sacatepéquez Department, Quiché Department, Baja Verapaz Department, Escuintla Department, Suchitepéquez Department, Sololá Department

GPS coordinates: 14.56332,-90.98207

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:01