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Is English widely spoken in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The roughly 750 million non-native speakers of English now exceed those who speak it as their native tongue by more than two to one. What is the most common language spoken in Guatemala? There are 25 languages spoken in Guatemala. Spanish is the official and most spoken language. In addition, there are 22 different Mayan […]

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How is the economy in Chile today?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The economy of Chile is a market economy and high-income economy as ranked by the World Bank.Economy of Chile. Statistics Population 19,116,209 (2020) GDP $252.94 billion (nominal, 2020) $479.199 billion (PPP, 2020) GDP rank 41st (nominal, 2021) 45th (PPP, 2021) GDP growth 3.9% (2018) 1.1% (2019e) −5.8% (2020f) 11,0% (2021f) How stable is the economy […]

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Is Bolivia a desert?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The natural hexagonal formations glisten under the desert sun, calling out to us.The surreal landscape of South-west Bolivia continues to draw us in as we sit munching on sandwiches in the middle of the largest salt desert in the world. What percentage of Bolivia is desert? 20 percentIts inhospitable living conditions are reflected in the […]

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What is considered offensive in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Argentines are touchers and stand close to each other when speaking. Do not back away. The “O.K.” and “thumbs up” gestures are considered vulgar. Hitting the palm of the left hand with the right fist means “I don’t believe what you are saying” or “That’s stupid.” What can you not say in Argentina? 10 Things […]

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When did Brazil start speaking Portuguese?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

16th century. Portuguese language in Brazil The existence of Portuguese in Brazil is a legacy of the Portuguese colonization of the Americas. The first wave of Portuguese-speaking immigrants settled in Brazil in the 16th century, but the language was not widely used then. How did Brazil come to speak Portuguese? The reason Brazilians speak Portuguese […]

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What part of Mexico belonged to Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Although Mexico had been in possession of Chiapas for over fifty years, and it was as much a Mexican State as any State here is one of the United States of America, Guatemala claimed that Chiapas, and more especially Soconusco, rightfully belonged to her. What part of Mexico is Guatemala? ChiapasIn 1823, the empire collapsed […]

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Who owns San Jose airport?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

City of San Jose San Jose International Airport Airport type Public Owner/Operator City of San Jose Serves Santa Clara County and Silicon Valley Location San Jose, California, U.S. Who is Mineta airport named after? Norman Yoshio MinetaSan Jose Airport is named after Norman Yoshio Mineta, who was born in San Jose on 1931. He served […]

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

Where can I study Spanish in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Sucre. Sucre is one of the most charming colonial towns in Latin America and makes an excellent destination to learn Spanish. It’s among the safest cities in Bolivia and thanks to its compact size easy to explore on foot. Is Bolivia a good place to learn Spanish? Another factor in Bolivia being an ideal place […]

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How many days should I stay in Cusco?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

I would recommend spending 3 days in Cusco in order to immerse yourself in the history of the city and explore the diverse range of ancient ruins dating back to the Inca Empire. 3 days will allow you to get a feel for Peruvian culture. How much time should you spend in Cusco? You will […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Cusco, Peru

What are some religious traditions in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Religious Beliefs In Argentina Rank Religion Population (%) 1 Roman Catholic 92 2 Other 4 3 Protestant 2 4 Jewish 2 What are some of Argentina’s traditions? Here are some of Argentina’s most popular cultural elements and traditions so that you can fully immerse yourself in the country’s rich character once you arrive. Sip Mate. […]

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Which ancient empire had its epicenter in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

the Inca Empire. The Incas founded Cusco, the sacred city and capital of the Inca Empire (which they called Tahuantinsuyo, or Land of Four Quarters). The ruling sovereign was properly called the Inca, but today the term also refers to the people and the empire. What ancient empire was in Peru? Inca EmpireInca Empire The […]

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What is Guatemala’s national bird?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Resplendent Quetzal. The national bird of Guatemala, the Resplendent Quetzal is also found from southern Mexico to western Panama. What is the national animal bird of Guatemala? Resplendent quetzals are also known as Guatemalan quetzals, and the birds are the symbol of that nation. Guatemala also trades in currency known as the “quetzal.” What does […]

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Are Peruvians considered Native American?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Peruvians are about 80% Native American, 16% European, and 3% African, she reported last week at the Biology of Genomes meeting here. “The more Native American ancestry, the shorter they were,” she said. What race are Peruvians considered? Ethnic Peruvian Structure. In the 2017 census, those of 12 years old and above were asked what […]

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What does Ecuador export more of than any other country in the world?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

It is the world’s largest exporter of bananas ($3.38 billion in 2017) and a major exporter of shrimp ($3.06 billion in 2017). Exports of non-traditional products such as cut flowers ($846 million in 2017) and canned fish ($1.18 billion in 2017) have grown in recent years. What does Ecuador export the most? Crude oil and […]

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Why did Intel leave Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The high costs that firms have to incur to produce competitively in the country is the main reason behind the partial closure of the Yanber company’s operations in Costa Rica and its transfer to Nicaragua. Why does Costa Rica have Intel? Since 1997, Intel’s presence in Costa Rica has supported the growth of the country […]

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