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Is Panama an island or a country?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Panama, country of Central America located on the Isthmus of Panama, the narrow bridge of land that connects North and South America. Embracing the isthmus and more than 1,600 islands off its Atlantic and Pacific coasts, the tropical nation is renowned as the site of the Panama Canal, which cuts through its midsection. Is Panama […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How many islands are in the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are thirteen major islands and a handful of smaller islands that make up the Galápagos archipelago. The largest of the islands is called Isabela. It is approximately 129 kilometers (80 miles) long. Repeated volcanic eruptions helped to form the rugged mountain landscape of the Galápagos Islands. What are the 7 islands of Galapagos? List […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

Why is Nicaragua unique?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

It is the largest of the Central American republics.Nicaragua has a unique history in that it was the only country in Latin America to be colonized by both the Spanish and the British. Nicaragua’s population is made up mostly of mestizos (people of mixed European and indigenous ancestry). What makes Nicaragua unique? Nicaragua is known […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What does Nicaragua’s flag represent?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The colors of the Nicaraguan flag originate from the flag of the former federation of the United Provinces of Central America. The two blue stripes represented the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea ; while white symbolizes peace. A modern interpretation indicates that the color blue symbolizes justice and loyalty. What does the triangle symbol mean […]

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Is it safe to buy a house in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Because with local regulations allowing foreign investors to purchase, maintain, and sell real estate with almost no restrictions, buying a property in Guatemala can be a good investment. Can Americans buy a house in Guatemala? Foreigners are free to own property in Guatemala outright. Many form a Sociedad Anonima (S.A.) or corporation to own their […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Was Chile part of the Spanish empire?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Spanish colonization In 1542, Chile became part of the Spanish Empire and was governed by the Viceroyalty of Peru based in Lima. Was Chile a Spanish colony? Chile remained a colony of Spain for close to 300 years until Napoleon Bonaparte’s conquest of Spain weakened the country’s imperial grip on their South American colonies. Under […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is 100k enough in San Jose?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

$100k is slightly above average income, perhaps even average in San Jose. For a single person it’s alright. You can’t live a jet setter’s life style on this salary. But you can get an appt, a car, a do minor traveling. Is 100k enough to live in San Jose? “Tack on other costs of living […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

What was South America called before?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In the Paleozoic and Early Mesozoic eras, South America and Africa were connected in a landmass called Gondwana, as part of the supercontinent Pangaea. What did the natives call South America? In Spanish, Indigenous people are often referred to as indígenas or pueblos indígenas (lit. Indigenous peoples). They may also be called pueblos nativos or […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is LA close to San Jose?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Distance from Los Angeles to San Jose is 492 kilometers. This air travel distance is equal to 306 miles. The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Los Angeles and San Jose is 492 km= 306 miles. How long is LA from San Jose? 340 milesHow far is the distance between San Jose and Los […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

Is Mexico richer than Colombia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Colombia has a GDP per capita of $14,400 as of 2017, while in Mexico, the GDP per capita is $19,900 as of 2017. Is Mexico the richest country? The economy of Mexico is a developing market economy. It is the 15th largest in the world in nominal GDP terms and the 11th largest by purchasing […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Are there costcos in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Costa Rican version of Costco is called PriceSmart. It is VERY similar to Sams and Costco. There are two in the San Jose area. One in Heredia and one in Escazu. Is PriceSmart part of Costco? It merged with Costco in 1993. But different strategic visions among the executives of the merged company led […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What are Colombian values?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The main values were success, maturity and affection. The least important were power, tradition, beauty and emotion. What is important to Colombian people? Family life is extremely important in Colombian culture (as it is in many Latin American cultures due to the influence of the Catholic religion). For most Colombians, family is the basic element […]

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Who are the natives of Colombia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Some of the largest indigenous groups are the Wayuu, the Arhuacos, the Muisca, the Kuna people, the Witoto, the Páez, the Tucano and the Guahibo. The departaments (departamentos) with the biggest indigenous population are Cauca, La Guajira and Nariño. Who were the natives of Colombia? Colombia’s indigenous culture evolved from three main groups—the Quimbaya, who […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What are the highest paying jobs in Colombia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

I will tell you about 6 high paying jobs in Colombia Ceo. Country sales manager. Finance major. The head of risk. Project Management Director. Supply chain director. What is a good salary in Colombia? The average salary in Colombia is about 4,690,000 COP (Colombian Peso) per month. As per the latest exchange rate in August […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Argentina bigger than India?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Argentina is approximately 2,780,400 sq km, while India is approximately 3,287,263 sq km, making India 18% larger than Argentina. Is Argentina richer than India? India has a GDP per capita of $7,200 as of 2017, while in Argentina, the GDP per capita is $20,900 as of 2017. Is China or Argentina bigger? China is about […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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