historical center
The town conserves traces of the colonial period in its streets and avenues. The classical, neoclassical and Italian renaissance styles are evident in the buildings and the houses which have been built during the past century and the beginning of the 20th, with volcanic stones by artistic "Quetzalteco" masons. Some examples of architectural styles:
Espiritu Santo
Cathedral : Consist of two structures. The "Espiritu Santo" parish's ancient facade 1535/1896 and to the back the "Diócesis de los Altos" 1899.The Municipal Theatre is a very important Neoclassical work.
The Central America park known as "Parque Central: Situated in the centre of the town is also centre of cultural activities and amusements.
The Enrique Passage : Commercial building from 1900 facing the central park.
Gobernacion
one block from the central park.Also visit the Cerro del Baúl, where one can have a beautiful view of Quetzaltenango's valley, day or night accessible by foot, car or taxi.
Quetzaltenango has important cultural activities. There, you'll find the Occidental Cultural Centre La Casa de la Cultura de Occidente, and Alliance Française de Quetzalteango, numerous activities are scheduled all year.
The first Sunday of each month, the "Quetzaltecos" install the artisans' market in the central park where handcrafts from Quetzaltenago and surrounding villages are displayed. In September, the annual fair and festival is offered from the 12th to the 18th.
