1535. Official discovery In 1535, the Islands were officially discovered by Fray Tomás de Berlanga (the Bishop of Panama at the time). He was ordered to sail to Peru by Charles V to provide a report on activities there. He set sail from Panama on 23 February 1535. How long have the Galapagos Islands been […]
Why is Quito nicknamed Florence of the Americas?
Under Incan control from the mid-15th century to the 16th century, the Spanish arrived in 1534. And, so did Spanish colonial red-tiles, central patios, and balconies, all of which together with Quito’s indigenous art earned Quito the “Florence of the Americas” nickname. What is the nickname for Quito Ecuador? Quito Quito San Francisco de Quito […]
How bad is Uruguay crime?
While the good old days of almost no crime are gone, Uruguay is still safer than most other countries. For perspective, the 2020 Peace Index ranks Uruguay 35th out of 163 countries. (For comparison, the U.S. ranks 121st.) Many say Montevideo offers the highest quality of life of any city in South America. Is crime […]
Are people allowed on the Galapagos Islands?
Ninety-five percent of the land area of Galapagos is designated as protected by the Galapagos National Park Directorate (GNPD), and tourists are permitted to explore specific visitor sites only with Park-certified naturalist guides (refer to the Park rules). Can I travel to Galapagos during Covid? To enter the Galapagos Islands, the traveler must present: All […]
What are some traditions of Colombia?
Colombia celebrates Christmas and holidays The most typical Colombian Christmas traditions include eating natilla (a custard dish resembling a flan) and buñuelos (fried dough balls) and attending a Novena de Aguinaldos, when families come together to eat, sing carols (villancicos) and recite a set of prayers. What are some holidays and traditions in Colombia? The […]
What percent of Guatemala is white?
Guatemala Demographics The majority of indigenous people in Guatemala are of the Maya people: K’iche’ (11%), Q’eqchi (8%), Kaqchikel (8%), Mam (5%), and other Mayan (7.5%). Whites of European descent, or Criollo, account for 18.5% of Guatemala’s population. What color is Guatemalan people? The flag of Guatemala, often referred to as “Pabellón Nacional” (literally, “National […]
Is San Jose North or South California?
San Jose, the most populous city in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area, and the tenth largest city in the United States. San Jose is the center of Silicon Valley, the preeminent region for technology in the country. Is San Jose in the South Bay? With San Jose as a cultural and economic […]
Who lived in Belize before 1200 BC?
Belize’s history begins with the Paleo-Indians. They were nomadic people that arrived in the Asia to the Americas migration across the frozen Bering Strait, perhaps as early as 35,000 years ago. What ancient civilization lived in Belize? MayanThe Mayan culture of Belize is fascinating with a rich history surrounded by mystery. It spans thousands of […]
Is Peru an OECD country?
Peru is one of the most active Partner countries. Peru was amongst the first countries to engage with the OECD through an OECD Country Programme, which was built around five key areas: economic growth; public governance, anti-corruption and transparency; human capital and productivity; and environment. Which countries follow OECD? The OECD’s 38 members are: Austria, […]
How do I become a citizen of Guatemala?
According to the United States Office of Personnel Management, a person can become a citizen by birth (a person born within the territory of Guatemala, regardless of the nationality of the parents), by descent (a person born abroad, at least one of whose parents is a citizen of Guatemala), or by naturalization (a Can I […]
Which country is in between Guatemala and Honduras?
Geography Honduras Location Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Guatemala and Nicaragua and bordering the Gulf of Fonseca (North Pacific Ocean), between El Salvador and Nicaragua Geographic coordinates 15 00 N, 86 30 W Map references Central America and the Caribbean Which countries borders Guatemala? Guatemala is bounded to the north and west by […]
What type of music does Guatemala listen to?
Along the Caribbean Coast, Guatemala’s Garífuna population tends to listen to more reggae-heavy music, including punta rock and reggaeton. The most popular instrument in Guatemala is the marimba. A marimba is a large wooden xylophone that’s struck with mallets. What type of music do they listen in Guatemala? Modern popular music In recent decades, Guatemala […]
Does Peru have a congress or parliament?
The Congress of the Republic of Peru (Spanish: Congreso de la República) is the unicameral body that assumes legislative power in Peru. What type of government does Peru have? The Republic of Peru is a unitary state and a presidential representative democratic republic with a multi-party system. The current government was established by the 1993 […]
Is Costa Rica hot all year round?
Costa Rica is beautifully warm all year, with an average annual temperature of 80°-90° Fahrenheit on the coasts and 75°-80° in the countryside and on the mountainsides. The most stable weather is between December and April. What is the hottest month in Costa Rica? AprilDuring the months of February to April, you will find the […]
What is a Dollar called in Peru?
sol. The sol (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈsol]; plural: soles; currency sign: S/) is the currency of Peru; it is subdivided into 100 céntimos (“cents”). Does Peru use dollars? Nuevo Peruvian Soles and US Dollars are widely accepted in Peru. However, there may be a slight disadvantage when paying with USD. What is the currency of Peru […]