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Guatemala

Guatemala is a Central American country bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, Honduras and El Salvador to the southeast, the Caribbean to the east, Belize to the northeast and Mexico to the north and west.

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What is the central American country that borders Guatemala and Nicaragua?

· Belize

· Costa Rica

· El Salvador

· Guatemala

· Honduras

· Nicaragua

· Panama

How many hours to drive through Mexico from Us border to Guatamala?

It would take you a maximum of 39 hours, non-stop. You would have to travel a distance of 3,948 kilometers (2,454 miles).

When did Ricardo Arjona become famous?

Ricardo Arjona became famous in Guatemala in the 1980's when he signed a contract with Polygram. His international stardom came in 1990 when he signed with Sony Music.

What is the Guatemalan national animal?

Quetzals, big deer mice, Jewel Scarab Beetles, Guatemalan Redrumped Tarantulas, Guatemalan Black Iguanas

What native animals are found in the Guatemala?

there are caymen,leopards,snakes,owls,lizard. the domesticated animals are cows,donkeys,chickens,pigs,and horses.theres also more animals

When did Guatemala become a country?

The history of Guatemala is an interesting one as is most of the countries around the world. Guatemala has been an independent nation since 1825. That means 2014 is it's 189th year of independence.

What does Guatemala make?

Organic? Mostly Coffee, Different fruits and vegetables. But they have a variety of production... wether it is organic or industrial production.

In Guatemala they have a diverse weather so they are able to cultivate different things.

What is the national motto for Guatemala?

-rifles: Guatemala's willingness to defend itself in war

-olive branches: How Guatemala prefers peace.

-blue stripes: Represents the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea

-white stripe: Stands for the purity of the country's values and peace.

-bird: The quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala, symbolizes freedom.

-Spanish writing: Liberty: September 15, 1821. This is the Independence date (from Spain) that Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica all share.

-bird: Resplendent Quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala that symbolizes liberty

-bay laurel crown: the symbol for victory

-crossed swords: representing honor.

Was Mexico at war with Guatemala?

It was not a war, but a conflict when several Mexican fishing boats were attacked by the Guatemalan Air Force in 1958 off the Guatemalan coast. The conflict caused a temporary diplomatic breakup, but besides three dead sailors, there were no additional casualties.

What mountain ranges are in Guatemala?

Yes, there are many mountains in Guatemala. There are many many mountains. Guatemala is actually a "mountainous" country
Yes, there is there are also volcanos.

What is the nickname of Guatemala?

The nickname for the country and city is "guate", and for guatemalans is "chapin" or "chapines" in plural.

Who most weakened Guatemala's economy?

Civil war that has been going on for decades has weakened Guatemala's economy.

How do you say good in Guatemala?

depending on where your from/are it could be either sumaq or sumac

Who are the richest people in Guatemala?

Castillo family:

Castillo Hermanos Corp. (holding of 82 companies), Cervecería Centroamericana, Inversiones Centroamericanas, Grupo Financiero Industrial y G&T Continental. Jorge Castillo Love is the president of the corporation.

Herrera family:

Pantaleón Sugar Holdings

Gutiérrez and Bosch families:

Multi-Inversiones (holding of 300+ companies)

Novella family:

Cementos Progreso

Paiz family:

Wal-Mart partners

Habie family:

Textiles

Zuchini Family:

Landowners

Who owns of the land in Guatemala?

The Real answer is "a few rich families" I just did the quiz to that, and that is the answer. Trust me.

What borders do Guatemala share?

Guatemala borders: Mexico, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador

How many miles are there between Guatemala city Guatemala and acapulco Mexico?

633 miles (1018 km) (550 nautical miles) ; Initial heading from Guatemala City to Acapulco: : west-northwest (284.8 degrees) ; Initial heading from Acapulco to Guatemala City: : east-southeast (102.3 degrees) 633 miles (1018 km)(550 nautical miles) ; Initial heading from Guatemala City to Acapulco: : west-northwest (284.8 degrees) ; Initial heading from Acapulco to Guatemala City: : east-southeast (102.3 degrees)

What types of food is cooked for Christmas in Guatemala?

In Guatemala they do things very differently for Christmas. For instance, they put their presents around a shrub, the "markio" shrub, indegenous to their area. As for foods, however, they boil the seeds of the markio shrub in a thick, garlicy oil over an open fire. The sweet seeds are meant to represent the coming year and the sweetness of new experiences, while the oil is the hardships we all must overcome to get to that sweetness.