Retalhuleu
Retalhuleu | |
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City | |
Retalhuleu Location in Guatemala | |
Coordinates: 14°32′N 91°41′W / 14.533°N 91.683°WCoordinates: 14°32′N 91°41′W / 14.533°N 91.683°W | |
Country | Guatemala |
Department | Retalhuleu |
Area | |
• Total | 307 sq mi (796 km2) |
Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
Population | |
• Total | 40,000 |
Climate | Am |
The city of Retalhuleu (Spanish pronunciation: [retaluˈleu]) is in south-western Guatemala. It is the departmental seat of Retalhuleu Department as well as the municipal seat of Retalhuleu Municipality.
Retalhuleu stands at about 240 metres above sea level. In 2003 the city had a population of about 40,000 people. Locally it is nicknamed "Reu."
Sports
The local football club is called Juventud Retalteca, who play in the Guatemalan top division.
Landmarks
External links
- Retalhuleu travel guide from Wikivoyage
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