Quetzaltenango:
Quetzaltenango, more commonly known as Xela (SHEH-lah) is the second most populous city of Guatemala, after Guatemala City. It is both the capital of Quetzaltenango Department and the municipal seat of Quetzaltenango municipality.
It has an estimated population of 300,000. The population is about 65% indigenous or Amerindian, 32% Mestizo or ladino, and 3% European. Quetzaltenango is located in a mountain valley at an altitude of 2,333 meters (7,655 ft) above sea level.
There are dozens of Internet cafés in Xela. Prices vary but most charge between Q3 to Q6 per hour. Some cafés have music, food and other activities and some just offer Internet and computer rentals. There are a several coffee shops, bars and hotels offering free wireless to attract those who happen to have a laptop handy.
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