Republic of Guatemala
Capitol City: Guatemala City
Location
Guatemala shares a border with Mexico in towards the north and west, and with the Pacific Ocean in the south
Government and Currency
Guatemala is governed by a Unitary Presidential Republic with elected leaders. The president is Otto PĂ©rez Molina.
The currency used in Guatemala is a Quetzal (QTZ). One quetzal is worth $0.13.
Tourist Attractions
Tikal
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tikal is the ruins of an ancient city that is in a rainforest.
Lake Atitlan
With a depth of 1,120 feet, Lake Atitlan is the deepest lake in Central America and is surrounded by volcanoes.
National Palace
The headquarters of Guatemala's President and government business, the National Palace is a symbol of Guatemala's architecture.
Population: 15,806,675
Guatemala's Flag
The flag has the country's symbol in the center. It is a document flanked by a bird.
Paches
Tamale made with potatoes
Tapado
Seafood soup with plantains
Ensalada en Escabeche
Pickled vegitable salad
Food
Cultural Activities
Holidays:
Easter-April 6
Labor Day-May 1
Army Day-June 30
Revolution Day-October 20
Music:
Columbia music, Rock, Wind/Percussion, Liturgical Chants