Volcán Ipala, Dormant stratovolcano in eastern Guatemala.
The volcanic peak rises to 1,650 meters above sea level, with a kilometer-wide crater containing a deep blue lake at its summit.
The volcano formed during intense tectonic activity in Central America, shaping the landscape of eastern Guatemala over millions of years.
Local farmers cultivate the nutrient-rich volcanic soil surrounding Ipala, maintaining agricultural practices passed down through generations.
Visitors can reach the summit through a two-hour hike starting from El Sauce village, with regular bus connections from Chiquimula and Jalapa.
A natural freshwater lake fills the circular crater, sitting 150 meters below the rim and measuring nearly one kilometer in circumference.
Location: Guatemala
Elevation above the sea: 1,650 m
GPS coordinates: 14.55000,-89.63000
Latest update: March 21, 2025 01:37
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