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Central America and the Caribbean > Guatemala

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The Mayan civilization flourished in Guatemala and surrounding regions during the first millennium A.D. After almost three centuries as a Spanish colony, Guatemala won its independence in 1821. During the second half of the 20th century, it experienced a variety of military and civilian governments, as well as a 36-year guerrilla war. In 1996, the government signed a peace agreement formally ending the conflict, which had left more than 100,000 people dead and had created, by some estimates, some 1 million refugees.

Borders:

Belize 266 km, El Salvador 203 km, Honduras 256 km, Mexico 962 km

Population:

13,002,206

GDP per capita:

$2,735.15 per capita

Capital with population:

Guatemala City - 1,150,452

Largest city with population:

Guatemala City - 1,150,452

Alternative names:

Guatemala, Republic of Guatemala, Republica de Guatemala


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Ed
17th August 2009
Beautiful country and wonderful, people. The cultural legacy of this country is amazing compared to other Central American countries where most of the indigenous population was wiped out. Absolutely fascinating place and I would recommend a trip there to anyone who is interested in other cultures and places
Rebecca
13th June 2009
Guatemala is actually quite beautiful depending on your definition I guess. The landscape is gorgeous and the people are wonderful and friendly. San Pedro is great, a little touristy but still really nice place to relax.
Fred
11th March 2005
Guatemala is ulgy
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