Yepocapa, Chimaltenango, Guatemala

Yepocapa is a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala. It is situated in the highlands of Guatemala, approximately 90 kilometers northwest of Guatemala City. The municipality covers an area of 128 square kilometers.

The town of Yepocapa serves as the municipal capital and is located at an altitude of 2,260 meters above sea level. The region's terrain is characterized by rugged mountains and valleys, with the municipality being part of the Sierra Madre de Chiapas mountain range. The climate is generally cool and temperate.

Yepocapa is primarily an agricultural municipality, with many residents engaged in farming and livestock production. The local economy also benefits from remittances sent by Guatemalans working abroad. The municipality has a relatively small population, with a mix of indigenous and ladino communities.

The region's natural environment is notable for its rich biodiversity, with various species of flora and fauna inhabiting the surrounding mountains and valleys. However, specific details about Yepocapa's conservation status or protected areas are limited.