Quetzaltenango is known in Guatemala as "The City that is the Soul of Culture". The city is has a lively music scene, and is home to numerous jazz and blues bands in addition to musicians playing in the native style. There is also a broader art scene focused on painting, singing and sculpture. Xela, the center of Quetzaltenango, is major tourist destination, and the city also attracts a large number of students seeking to learn Spanish.
Nightlife
Xela is famous for having great places for enjoying nightlife around its Parque Central, with bars, nightclubs, and hotels. Also the illuminated Parque Central is one of the most beautiful landmarks of Guatemala
