Guatemala
Jimmy
Language
Spanish
K'iche'
Religion
Mayan Religion
Roman Catholicism
Christian
Weather
Guatemala has a tropical climate. It is typically a humid region, however in the mountainous regions it can be cooler and drier due to the higher elevation from sea level.
Food
Most foods in Guatemala are made from corn or beans. Other foods, like avocados, are very common in meals. Meats are not often eaten, but the most common would be chicken. They also eat many fruits grown in the area such as mangoes, papayas, and pineapples.
Clothing
- Most men will wear what we would see in the United States.
- Younger girls and boys wear things much like children in the United States too.
- Once women reach a certain age, they typically wear more traditional Guatemalan attire that has roots in the mayan culture.
Entertainment
- Soccer
- Music
- Outdoor games
- Hiking
Celebrations
Market Festivals
Holiday such as Independence Day
World Cup Festival
Landmark
- Mayan Ruins
- Volcanos
- Mountains
Interesting Facts
- First place to export chocolate
- Produce and export a lot of coffee
Sources
- Myself
- MLS.com
- http://www.freelargeimages.com/guatemala-flag-528/