what is the capital of guatemala

The capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, officially known as Nueva Guatemala de la Asunción. It is the largest city in Central America and serves as the political, social, cultural, and economic center of the country. The city is located in the south-central part of Guatemala, nestled in a mountain valley called Valle de la Ermita. With a population of approximately 1 million people in the city and 2.5 million in the metropolitan area, Guatemala City is the most populous urban area in Central America.