Culma, Shield volcano near Jutiapa, Guatemala.
Culma rises 1,027 meters above sea level with gentle slopes extending over a wide base formed by low-viscosity lava flows.
The volcano forms part of the Sierra Madre mountain range and represents one of the 32 volcanoes recognized in the Geographical Dictionary of Guatemala.
Local residents regard the volcano as a natural landmark, with its presence shaping agricultural practices and community life in the Jutiapa region.
Located just 100 meters from the Pan-American Highway and 3 kilometers east of Jutiapa, the volcano trail starts at Las Charcas restaurant.
The ascent to the summit requires only 40 minutes along zigzag paths that alternate between open sections and shrub-covered terrain.
GPS coordinates: 14.29722,-89.87778
Latest update: March 11, 2025 13:11
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