San Antonio Aguas Calientes

San Antonio Aguas Calientes (Spanish pronunciation: [san anˈtonjo ˈaɣwas kaˈljentes]) is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Sacatepéquez.[2]

San Antonio Aguas Calientes
Municipality
Country Guatemala
Department Sacatepéquez
Area
  Municipality7.01 km2 (2.71 sq mi)
Population
 (2018 census)[1]
  Municipality11,347
  Density1,600/km2 (4,200/sq mi)
  Urban
9,669

The municipal seat is the town of San Andrés Ceballos which is known for its weavers. Maya women in the area use a backstrap loom to weave traditional patterns. There is a two-story market on the square that sells weavings and other crafts. Several of the women have their looms set up and will demonstrate their skills. There are a couple other stores outside of town that also sell weavings.

References

  1. Citypopulation.de Population of departments and municipalities in Guatemala
  2. Visit San Antonio Aguascalientes Textiles Market

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