Guatemala
By: Sara Meurer
The Capital
Guatemala City
Ciudad De Guatemala The Most Beautiful CapitaL in Central America Paul van Dyk Nothing But You
National Anthem
Meaning:
The lyrics talk about how beautiful their country is, and how proud they are of their country.
National Anthem of Guatemala (instrumental with lyrics) - Himno Nacional de Guatemala
Area of Guatemala
108,890 square kilometer (42,042 miles)
Guatemala Scenery
Terrain
Moutainous, except the coastal regions and northern lowlands
Guatemala helicopter flight over various terrain
Climate
Tropical, hot, humid in lowlands, cooler in highlands
Climate Project: Guatemala
Population
14,757,316 people
The people of Guatemala
Ethnic Groups
Mestizo, Indigenous people
Guatemalan Indiginous people talk about their treatment
Languages
Main language- Spanish, 24 indigenous languages ( Quiche, Cakchiquel, Kekchi, Mam, etc.)
Major Industries
clothing and textiles, construction materials, pharmaceuticals, and other medical supplies.
San Lucas, Guatemala Nov. 1, 2011
Agriculture
coffee, sugar, bananas, cardamoms, vegetables, flower, plants, timber,and rice.
Action Research: Sustainable Agriculture in Guatemala
Currency
Quetzal
Coins : Guatemala 5 Centavos 2009 Coin
Religions
Roman Catholic, Protestant
Prayercast | Guatemala
Historical Facts
The country's name comes from Nahuatl Cuauhtemaltan which means " place of many trees". Also another main feature is the ancient Tikal Mayan Ruins.
Mayan Ruins Tikal Guatemala - Maya Civilization - 2012 Maya Calendar - White Collar Vagabond
Goverment
Unitary Presidential, and Constitutional Republic
Guatemalan government to answer peasants' demands after a protest
Famous Actor
Oscar Isaac
Drive Featurette -- Oscar Isaac
Famous Singer
Carlos Pena
Big Time Rush - Like Nobody's Around
Famous Athlete
Mariano Rivera- Yankees
Mariano Rivera 2011 Mix (The Greatest Closer in The History of Baseball)
Guatemalan Leader
Otto Perez Molina
Impresiones de Otto Pérez Molina, visita de Obama en Costa Rica
Flag
Blue represents the two oceans and the sky that tie together the country. White represents peace and purity.
Flag of Guatemala - Bandera de Guatemala
TV Programs
Most areas have english channels, others include Guatevision, Canal 3.
Guatevision Navidad
McDonald's
Mcdonalds Guatemala
Guatemala Winter 2010.mov