- Officially » Republic of Guatemala
- Capital City » Guatemala City
Facts
- Population » 15 million
- Languages » Spanish, more than 20 indigenous languages
- Religions » Christianity, indigenous Mayan beliefs
- Life expectancy » 68 years (men), 75 years (women)
- Currency » quetzal
Geography
- Area » 108,889 km²
- Located in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Honduras and Belize and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between El Salvador and Mexico.
- There are no natural harbours on west coast
- Wikipedia » Geography of Guatemala
Weather
- The weather depends much on the altitude
- The coast is hot and humid
- Forecasts:
Notes
- A country of striking features and a strong indigenous culture
- Mountainous, forested, and dotted with Mayan ruins, lakes, volcanoes, and orchids
- The south coastal area and the north are not mountainous
- The Rio Dulce on the Caribbean coast is often a destination for yachts cruising this part of the world
- Guatemala is no longer an inexpensive country to visit
Safety and Security
- Guatemala along with El Salvador and Honduras have the highest violent crime rate in Central America.
- International Crisis Group