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Guastatoya, Municipality capital in El Progreso Department, Guatemala.

The city of Guastatoya stands at 632 meters above sea level, connected by major highways to other regions of Guatemala.

The Spanish established their presence in 1551 in the region, leading to the creation of San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán corregimiento in the eastern section.

The population reflects Guatemala's diversity through local festivals, traditional storytelling, and culinary practices centered around corn, beans, and regional ingredients.

Local markets and health clinics provide essential services to residents, while educational institutions work toward improving literacy rates in the community.

The name Guastatoya originates from Nahuatl terms indicating the geographical point where calabash plants cease to grow due to altitude changes.

Location: El Progreso Department

Elevation above the sea: 632 m

Shares border with: San Agustín Acasaguastlán, Morazán, Sanarate, Sansare, El Jícaro

GPS coordinates: 14.85389,-90.06861

Latest update: May 13, 2025 15:01

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