Chimaltenango, Guatemala · North America
Santa Cruz Balanyá is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Zaragoza, 27km from Lake Atitlan.
Santa Cruz Balanyá is in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, with about 7,800 people. The nearest town is Zaragoza, about 5 km away.
Santa Cruz Balanyá (Spanish pronunciation: [ˌsanta ˈkɾus βalanˈɟʝa]) is a city and a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala. It covers an area of approximately 14.16 km2 (5.47 sq mi). As per 2023 estimates, it has a population of about 11,144 inhabitants.
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Within an hour or so of Santa Cruz Balanyá: Acatenango (21 km), Antigua Guatemala (25 km), Lake Atitlan (27 km), Chichicastenango Market (35 km).
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.
Santa Cruz Balanyá is in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, about 5 km from Zaragoza.
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6 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
A 3,976 m stratovolcano near Antigua climbed overnight so hikers can camp on the ridge and watch neighbouring Volcán de Fuego erupt through the night: one of the most reliable live-eruption views on earth.
21 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
25 km · about 30 min drive
natural wonder
A breathtaking volcanic lake surrounded by three towering volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, often called the most beautiful lake in the world.
27 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
35 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
A backpacker and artist hub on Lake Atitlán's shores beneath San Pedro Volcano, known for Spanish schools and Tz'utujil Maya culture.
38 km · about 45 min drive
natural wonder
An active volcano near Antigua Guatemala where hikers can roast marshmallows on volcanic vents and see glowing lava flows.
48 km · about 55 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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