Los Altos

The historical flag of the State of Los Altos featured horizontal red, white and blue stripes with the national coat of arms. The colors symbolized liberty, justice and loyalty, while the emblem reflected the state's aspirations for self-government and its connection to the Federal Republic of Central America.

The State of Los Altos was established in 1838 as part of the Federal Republic of Central America. It existed until 1840, when it was reincorporated into Guatemala. Its flag remains an important historical symbol of the region's brief period of autonomy.

• Official Name: State of Los Altos (historical state)
• Existed: 1838–1840
• Capital: Quetzaltenango
• Continent: North America (Central America)
• Official Language: Spanish
• Currency: Historical regional currencies

Famous Historical Sites
• Quetzaltenango
• Central Park of Quetzaltenango
• Santa María Volcano
• Fuentes Georginas
• Historic Highlands

Los Altos was a short-lived historical state in western Central America centered around present-day Quetzaltenango in Guatemala. It is remembered for its role in the history of the Federal Republic of Central America, its volcanic landscapes and its distinctive regional identity.