Guatemala
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Guatemala City
- Population: approx. 18.3 million
- Languages: Spanish (official), 22 Mayan languages
- Area: 108,889 km²
- Time Zone: UTC-6 (CST)
- Currency: Quetzal (GTQ)
- Flag colors: Blue, white
- National Day: September 15 (Independence Day)
- National Anthem: Himno Nacional de Guatemala
- Neighboring countries: Mexico, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador
Top 15 Largest cities
- Guatemala City
- Mixco
- Villa Nueva
- Petapa
- San Juan Sacatepéquez
- Quetzaltenango (Xela)
- Villa Canales
- Escuintla
- Chinautla
- Chimaltenango
- Amatitlán
- Huehuetenango
- Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
- Puerto Barrios
- Cobán
Top 15 Attractions
- Tikal National Park & Maya Ruins
- Antigua Guatemala
- Lake Atitlán (Lago de Atitlán)
- Semuc Champey
- Acatenango Volcano
- Pacaya Volcano
- Chichicastenango Market
- Yaxhá Archaeological Site
- Lanquín Caves
- Livingston & Río Dulce
- Quetzaltenango (Xela)
- El Mirador
- Monterrico Black Sand Beaches
- Iximché Maya Ruins
- Fuentes Georginas Thermal Springs
Climate and Nature
Guatemala is affectionately called the 'Land of Eternal Spring' due to its pleasant climate in the central highlands. The country features dramatic geography, including active volcanoes, crater lakes, tropical rainforests in Petén, and natural turquoise limestone pools.
Culture and Gastronomy
Guatemalan culture is a rich fusion of ancient Mayan heritage and Spanish colonial traditions, expressed through vibrant woven textiles (huipiles). The local cuisine relies on corn, beans, and spices, with signature dishes like 'Pepián' (spiced meat stew) and 'Kak'ik' (Mayan turkey soup).
Economy
Guatemala boasts the largest economy in Central America. Agriculture remains a dominant sector, with major exports including specialty coffee, bananas, sugar, and cardamom, complemented by tourism and manufacturing.
Did you know?
- The currency, the Quetzal, is named after the national bird whose colorful tail feathers were used as currency by the Mayas?
- Guatemala is widely credited as the birthplace of chocolate, where the ancient Maya first consumed it as a sacred beverage?
- Lake Atitlán is the deepest lake in Central America and is surrounded by three majestic volcanoes?
- Tikal was one of the grandest urban centers of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization and served as a filming location for Star Wars?
- Guatemala is the world's leading producer and exporter of cardamom?
Live footage: Discover Guatemala via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Guatemala and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Guatemala: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Guatemala: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Guatemala in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
