Quetzaltenango is the Second largest city in Guatemala. The natives call it Xela, an indian name for that place. Quetzalnetango is famousfor its colorful countryside. It is also famous for its bread, ohh it is so good. The city is only about three hours from Guatemala city, the capital of Guatemala. Quetzaltenango is located in the heart of the Guatemalan mountain range, this makes Quetzaltenango have a cooler climate than the rest of the country.