Buena nota | “Cool or nice person” Literally “good note,” this expression is used often in Costa Rica to say someone is cool or nice. Example: “Andrea is buena nota. How do you say awesome in Costa Rica? No matter if you are talking about a person, a place or an activity, tuanis is the […]
Can a Canadian work in Panama?
But not everyone moving to Panama does so to retire. The Friendly Nations Visa allows foreign residents to work, and the country doesn’t tax residents on foreign income – a boon to anyone telecommuting to a job in their home country. Can Canadians immigrate to Panama? Panama is probably the easiest country in the world […]
Why was the last Brazilian emperor forced to leave the throne?
After almost fifty years as Emperor of Brazil, Pedro II was forced to give up his throne. He was deposed by a group of army officers who believed that the monarchy was an obstacle to the development of Brazil.Many local Brazilians wanted to have their own monarch and to be independent of Portugal. Why was […]
What natural disasters are common in Guatemala?
Guatemala is exposed to multiple natural hazards, including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions (and all their associated hazards, such as ash, lava flows, pyroclastic density currents and lahars), tsunamis, landslides, floods, droughts, ground collapse, tropical storms and hurricanes, extreme temperatures, and forest Why is Guatemala prone to natural disasters? These disasters occur at local levels, largely due […]
Why does Ecuador use US money?
Why does Ecuador use US currency? Ecuador decided to switch their money to the US dollar from the old Ecuadorian Sucre back in the year 2000. Before this change, the inflation rate for the local Sucre currency was notoriously high and unstable.Ecuador also now has almost no control of its money supply. How much is […]
What 3 civilizations existed before the Inca in South America?
After the Olmecs abandoned their cities for unknown reasons, the Maya, Zapotec and Teotihuacan arose. The Purepecha civilization emerged around 1000 CE in Mesoamerica . They flourished from 1100 CE to 1530 CE. What civilizations lived in South America before the Incas? These lasted until c. 700–900 ce. Among these are the well-known Maya, Zapotec, […]
What caused the decline of Venezuela?
Supporters of Chávez and Maduro have said that the problems result from an “economic war” on Venezuela and “falling oil prices, international sanctions, and the country’s business elite”, while critics of the government say the cause is “years of economic mismanagement, and corruption.” Most observers cite anti- Was Venezuela ever a rich country? According to […]
How many days should I spend in Santiago Chile?
Our recommendation is at least 2 weeks to experience Chile’s must-not-miss wonders. This allows plenty of time to explore the destination you are interested in most, with some time to visit the best attractions like Santiago, Valparaiso, a wine valley or two and Cajon del Maipo. What is the best time of year to visit […]
Does Colombia have freedom of religion?
The constitution provides for freedom of religion and the right to profess one’s religious beliefs. It prohibits discrimination based on religion. Is Colombia a religious country? Colombia does not have an official religion. However, Roman Catholicism is the dominant faith and deeply culturally pervasive. While the national department of statistics does not record the religious […]
What do Peruvians believe in?
Religion in Peru The predominant religion is Roman Catholic, but there is a scattering of other Christian faiths. Indigenous Peruvians, however, have blended Catholicism and their traditional beliefs. An example is the near synonymous association of Pacha Mama (Mother Earth) and the Virgin Mary. What is Peru’s major religion? Roman CatholicRoman Catholic is the most […]
Do the Galapagos Islands have native people?
There were never indigenous people here, only travellers who arrived by mistake. The first recorded visitor was Tomás de Berlanga, the Bishop of Panama, who drifted off course en route to Peru in 1535. Are there human inhabitants on the Galapagos Islands? In total, only three percent (or 300km2) of the Islands have human settlements, […]
Can I see jaguars in Costa Rica?
Jaguars are present in many areas of Costa Rica, usually protected zones where they are undisturbed by human activity. There are several areas that offer a reasonable chance of a sighting such as the National Parks of Monteverde, Santa Rosa, Tortuguero, Corcovado and Rio Macho. Where can I go to see jaguars? Best places to […]
What did Argentina do in ww2?
Argentines in World War II During World War II, 4,000 Argentines served with all three British armed services, even though Argentina was officially a neutral country during the war. Over 600 Argentine volunteers served with both the Royal Air Force and the Royal Canadian Air Force, mostly in No. What side were Argentina on in […]
Why is Independence Day important in Nicaragua?
This public holiday is Nicaragua’s National Day and is always celebrated on September 15th. Independence Day in Nicaragua commemorates the independence of the Central American provinces from Spanish rule in 1821. What is a special holiday in Nicaragua? List of Holidays in Nicaragua in 2021 Day Date Holiday Name Wednesday Sep 15 Independence Day Tuesday […]
Is Ecuador middle income country?
Ecuador is a middle income country, unique for its cultural, geographical and biological diversity. Ecuador’s human development index has improved between 1996 and 2005, yet income inequality across regions and ethnic groups still constitutes a challenge. What income level is Ecuador? In 2020, the national gross income per capita in Ecuador amounted to around 5.51 […]