Guatemala City General Cemetery, Guatemala City

Name: Guatemala City General Cemetery
Address: Guatemala City, Guatemala

#46 among attractions in Guatemala City

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Guatemala City General Cemetery, Guatemala City

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The Guatemala City General Cemetery was built in 1880, during general Justo Rufino Barrios presidency. Ruined by 1917-18 earthquakes, it never recovered its old splendor; originally it was exclusive for the elites and presidents, but gradually the eight Mayan hills that form it were invaded without any urban plan, like what happened with Guatemala City itself after the 1917-18 and 1976 earthquakes. ()

Local name: Cementerio de la Ciudad de Guatemala Established: 1880 (144 years ago)Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 14°37'22"N, 90°31'53"W

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Guatemala City General Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kaminaljuyu, Museo Popol Vuh, Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias, Torre del Reformador.

1.3 miNW
Archaeological site, Historical place
Kaminaljuyu, Guatemala City
34 min walk • Nestled within the bustling urban landscape of Guatemala City lies Kaminaljuyu, an ancient archaeological site that offers a glimpse into a pre-Columbian chapter of Mesoamerican history. This once powerful city, dating back to around 1200 BCE, stands as a testament...
~850 ftNW
Museum, Archaeological museum, Art museum
Museo Popol Vuh, Guatemala City
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Guatemala City, the Museo Popol Vuh stands as a cultural beacon, preserving and showcasing the rich history of the Mayan civilization. This esteemed institution is not just a museum; it is a gateway to the ancient world, offering a profound...
1 miE
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias, Guatemala City
25 min walk • The Centro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias, commonly called Teatro Nacional, is a cultural center in Guatemala City, Guatemala. It is located in the Centro Cívico of the city and was built in the same place of the old Fuerte de San José. Its form, which emulates a seated jaguar, stands out from the adjacent buildings.
1.2 miSE
Monument to a former Guatemalan leader
Torre del Reformador, Guatemala City
31 min walk • The Torre del Reformador is a 71.85 meter tall steel framework tower in Zone 9 of Guatemala City. The tower was built in 1935, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Justo Rufino Barrios, who was President of Guatemala and instituted a number of reforms.
1.6 miNE
Arch
Guatemala Post Office Building, Guatemala City
41 min walk • The Guatemala Post Office Building is a building in Guatemala City, Guatemala. It is the management centre of postal services in Guatemala. It was constructed between 1937 and 1940. The characteristic archway of the building was inspired by the Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua Guatemala.
~1100 ftE
14°37'18"N • 90°31'43"W
Kaminaljuyu, Guatemala City
6 min walk • Ruins
1.2 miE
14°37'33"N • 90°30'50"W
Museo Numismático de Guatemala, Guatemala City
31 min walk • Museum, History museum
1 miE
14°37'40"N • 90°30'60"W
Museo del Ejército de Guatemala, Guatemala City
27 min walk • Museum
1.1 miE
14°37'29"N • 90°30'52"W
IGA - Instituto Guatemalteco Americano, Guatemala City
29 min walk • Universities and schools
1.1 miNE
14°37'50"N • 90°31'0"W
El Amate, Guatemala City
29 min walk • Shopping, Flea market, Market
1.4 miSE
14°36'53"N • 90°30'46"W
Botanical Garden, Guatemala City
35 min walk • Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Guatemala City General Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Museo Popol Vuh, Guatemala City (5 min walk), Kaminaljuyu, Guatemala City (6 min walk), Universidad Mesoamericana, Guatemala City (23 min walk).

How to get to Guatemala City General Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Guatemala City General Cemetery:

Bus

Transmetro • Lines: 12 (10 min walk)
Buses Hacia el Occidente (15 min walk)