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What is the external debt of Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

External debt stocks, total (DOD, current US$) in Guatemala was reported at 25136104795 USD in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. How much is Guatemala’s debt? In 2020 Guatemala public debt was 21,467 million euros24,519 million dollars, has increased 4,124 million since 2019.Guatemala national debt goes […]

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What kind of bread do Peruvians eat?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Pan frances: Without a doubt, pan frances is the most popular bread and the most consumed in Peru. Why is bread important to Peruvian culture? These celebratory loaves are baked in honor of the dead; and alongside these bread babies, doughy staircases and horses are also made to symbolize the safe passage of spirits from […]

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How many meals do Colombians eat a day?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

three meals. Like most people in the United States, Colombians tend to eat three meals a day. However, these three meals are very different in size and how long it takes to consume them. What times do Colombians eat? In Colombia you eat five times a day. Mealtimes are breakfast, 9:30 snack, lunch, the afternoon […]

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What percent of Guatemala is Mayan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

According to the 2018 census, 43.56% of the population is Indigenous including 41.66% Mayan, 1.77% Xinca, and 0.13% Garifuna (Mixed African and indigenous). How many Mayans are there in Guatemala? 7,140,503Maya peoples Total population Guatemala 7,140,503 (2018) Mexico 1,475,575 (2000) Belize 30,107 (2010) Languages What is the majority race in Guatemala? With regard to ethnicity […]

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Does Brazil have a high poverty rate?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In 2018, the poverty headcount ratio at 3.20 U.S. dollars a day in Brazil amounted to 9.2 percent, which means that that proportion of the Brazilian population was living on less than 3.20 U.S. dollars per day. The poverty rate has continuously increased since 2014, when this percentage stood at around seven percent. Does Brazil […]

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Is South Africa more developed than Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

While South Africa is one of the most populous countries in the world (24th largest by latest estimates), it is far off from its BRICS partners by some margin.GDP, GDP growth and GDP per capita. Country GDP GDP growth Brazil $2.14 trillion 2.3% Russia $1.72 trillion 1.7% South Africa $370.9 billion 1.5% Is Brazil richer […]

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Does Brazil have year round school?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The school year usually starts in early February and is split into 2 semesters. There is a 2-week long winter vacation in July. This first term of the school year runs till the June end and the second term starts at the beginning of August. How long is a Brazilian school year? 200 daysIn Brazil, […]

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Do I need malaria medicine for Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

CDC recommends that travelers to the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica take medications to prevent malaria. Effective antimalarial options include atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, and mefloquine. Is malaria common in Costa Rica? Costa Rica is a tropical country and there is a risk of malaria in certain areas. Travelers should speak with their travel health professional […]

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What alcohol is Costa Rica known for?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Cacique Guaro is a brand of guaro produced by Fábrica Nacional de Licores or “FANAL”. Cacique Guaro is a sugar cane-based liquor of high purity and is the best-selling distilled spirit in Costa Rica. It is known as “Costa Rican liqueur”. What alcohol is Costa Rica famous for? Guaro is Costa Rica’s most popular liquor, […]

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How do u say hello in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

If you’d like to say “hello” in Brazilian Portuguese, you would generally use “Olá”. You can also use “Oí”—which is often considered more informal. Here are a few other basic phrases you’ll find useful: Bom dia. How do you greet someone in Brazil? Brazilians will often greet with a kiss or a hug, and both […]

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How many mountains are in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Blending lush tropical rainforests and snow-capped mountains, Ecuador is a fantastically diverse and vibrant country located along the Equator in the northwestern part of South America. The country is home to 1,289 named mountains, the highest and most prominent of which is Chimborazo (6,268m/20,564ft). How many mountain ranges are there in Ecuador? List of mountains […]

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Where does the Venezuelan accent come from?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Regional variations That phonetic trait, unique in the Americas, is from the large number of northern Spanish settlers in Andean Venezuela. The Central dialect, a characteristic marked accent whose use is very common in cities like Caracas, La Guaira, Los Teques, Maracay and Valencia. What is a Venezuelan accent? Venezuelan accent is much like Caribbean […]

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Do I need a visa to transit through Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Transit. There is no transit visa for Guatemala and visitors passing through the country must obtain a tourist visa if required. Do I need a visa to enter Guatemala? United States citizens traveling to Guatemala will need a U.S. passport valid for at least six months past their intended length of stay.U.S. citizens can stay […]

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Why are there so many orphans in Colombia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are countless children in orphanages who have lost parents due to civil conflict and HIV/AIDS. While others are abandoned due to extreme poverty, parental drug abuse or arrest. Still others are left without homes and parental care after serving time as child combatants. Why does Colombia have so many orphans? ORPHAN CRISIS IN COLOMBIA […]

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What time do they eat meals in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Re: What time is dinner in Peru? Normally restaurants will open for lunch at around 12:30 to 4:00 and for dinner around 7:30 to 11:00. The fast food open all day and until quite late. What are the eating habits in Peru? The mountain or highland diet consists of basic staples of potatoes, corn, rice […]

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