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Petén
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The largest department in Guatemala, located in the far north. Rich in pre-Columbian ruins and nature reserves, this jungle region is also home to significant wildlife and flora.
Overview of Petén
The largest department in Guatemala, located in the far north. Rich in pre-Columbian ruins and nature reserves, this jungle region is also home to significant wildlife and flora.
Key Facts
- Type of place: department.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
- Local time:
- Main city: Flores.
- Number of municipalities: 12.
- Population: 366,735 inhabitants (2012).
- Area: 35,854 km².
- Density: 9.8 inhabitants / km².
- Highest point:
- Lowest point:
- Website: www.visitguatemala.com/peten