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What is the rainiest month in Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Quick Climate Info Hottest Month January (71 °F avg) Coldest Month July (48 °F avg) Wettest Month June (0.71″ avg) Windiest Month January (8 mph avg) What is the wettest month in Chile? The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (67mm). The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March […]

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What’s the coldest it gets in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The lowest temperature ever recorded in Costa Rica is -8.9°C (16°F). This temperature record was set in Cerro Chirripo, which is the highest mountain in the country. How cold does it get in Costa Rica? Average dry season temperatures are mid 70s F (24 C) during the day, cooling down to the 60s F (18 […]

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What is unusual about the shape of Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Chile’s territorial shape is among the world’s most unusual. From north to south, Chile extends 4,270 km (2,653 mi), and yet it only averages 177 km (110 mi) east to west. Chile reaches from the middle of South America’s west coast straight down to the southern tip of the continent, where it curves slightly eastward. […]

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What health issues are in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Even though there have been improvements, Guatemala is still characterized by high infant and maternal morbidity and mortality rates, pervasive malnutrition, and high incidences of infectious diseases. Also, in Guatemala, the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes and obesity has risen. What diseases are common in Guatemala? Here are four of the top diseases in Guatemala. […]

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How do Colombians say beautiful?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Hermoso/Hermosa – “Gorgeous” Another common word, hermoso/hermosa is used for beautiful people, places, and things.Hermoso has a similar relationship with hermosura, which means “beauty”. You can also say una hermosura to mean “a beautiful woman”. How do you call a Colombian girl beautiful? Examples: She’s pretty, she’s hot = ella está buena or esa vieja […]

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Does Venezuela have Internet?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Venezuela has many Internet service providers, although the market is dominated by the now state-owned CANTV.net which offers ADSL and Dialup services. Broadband access Venezuela is provided through ADSL, Cable, Satellite, EDGE, EV-DO, WiFi Hotspots and more recently WiMax. How fast is Internet in Venezuela? 1.37 Megabits per secondThe average download speed of broadband internet […]

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What are school lunches like in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Costa Rica Costa Rican public school cuisine consists of staples like rice and beans, along with mixed vegetables, breaded fish or chicken, and a salad on the side. What is a typical school day like in Costa Rica? School Hours Schools in Costa Rica run on two cycles: the morning and the afternoon. Students on […]

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Were there any major battles in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Peruvian War of Independence was composed of a series of military conflicts in Peru beginning with viceroy Abascal military reconquest in 1811 in the battle of Guaqui, continuing with the definitive defeat of the Spanish Army in 1824 in the battle of Ayacucho, and culminating in 1826 with the Siege of Callao. Were there […]

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How hot does Nicaragua get in the summer?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Best time to visit. The climate in Nicaragua differs according to region, so the best time to go varies. The climate is tropical for almost the entire country and is therefore hot all year round, with temperatures averaging approximately 27ºC (81ºF) all year. What is the hottest month in Nicaragua? April Quick Climate Info Hottest […]

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Is Costa Rica still at war with Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Costa Rica and the German Empire As such, the small nation remained technically at war with Germany throughout both World Wars, with peace only being achieved after Costa Rica was included on the Potsdam Agreement that ended World War II. Did Costa Rica declare war on Germany? Costa Rica did not issue a declaration of […]

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Can you live on 2000 a month in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

As an individual, you can live comfortably in Costa Rica on $1500-$2000 a month. This is much lower than most Americans have to pay to survive in the United States, even in fairly rural communities. How much money do you need to live comfortably in Costa Rica? Regardless of where you settle down, the overall […]

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What 7 continents make up Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Central America, southernmost region of North America, lying between Mexico and South America and comprising Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Belize. (Geologists and physical geographers sometimes extend the northern boundary to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec in Mexico.) What are the 7 continents of Central America? Generally identified by convention rather than […]

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Who won the war between Ecuador and Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

It was the first of three military conflicts between Ecuador and Peru during the 20th century.Ecuadorian–Peruvian War. Date 5 July 1941 – 31 January 1942 Location Ecuadorian-Peruvian border; Ecuadorian Provinces of El Oro, Loja, Sucumbios, and Oriente Result Peruvian victory Rio de Janeiro Protocol What happened between Peru and Ecuador? The Ecuadorian–Peruvian territorial dispute was […]

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Did you know facts about Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

20 Fun Facts about the Galapagos Islands 97 % of the Galapagos is a national park. Galapagos has active volcanos. The number of islands is up for debate. Three varieties of colorful boobies (seabirds) Penguins in the Northern Hemisphere?!? Marine iguanas are excellent swimmers. Any time is a great time to visit. Did you know […]

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How do you say you’re welcome in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Costa Rica is one of the only countries that regularly uses “mucho gusto” as both “you’re welcome” and “nice to meet you.” How do you say your welcome in Costa Rica? Con gusto (con goo-sto) – You’re welcome. Costa Ricans say this instead of “de nada,’ which is commonly used in other Spanish speaking countries. […]

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