Huehuetenango's main square is shaded by cylindrical ficus trees and surrounded by the town's imposing buildings: the municipalidad (with a band shell on the upper floor) and the imposing neoclassical church. For a bird's-eye view of the situation, check out the little relief map of Huehuetenango department, which lists altitudes, language groups and populations of the various municipal divisions.
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The town hall serves as both seat of government and entertainment center: a striking band shell is built into the balcony.
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