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How bad is Brazil crime?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Brazil possesses high rates of violent crimes, such as murders and robberies. Brazil’s homicide rate is 30–35 homicides per 100,000 inhabitants according to the UNODC, placing Brazil in the top 20 countries by intentional homicide rate.The homicide rate was 23.6 per 100,000 in 2020 with 50,030 killings. How high is Brazil crime? Brazil. Brazil has […]

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How do you say beautiful in Venezuela?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Adoraba a su país, su rica cultura, música, diversidad, y realmente dio todo de sí mismo para la construcción de una Venezuela digna, fuerte y hermosa. beautiful hermoso Venezuela Venezuela How do you say gorgeous in Venezuela? Hermoso/Hermosa – “Gorgeous” Another common word, hermoso/hermosa is used for beautiful people, places, and things. How do you […]

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Can a foreigner buy property in Venezuela?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Any foreigner can buy a property in Venezuela with just a valid passport, a tourist visa and a Registro de Informacion Fiscal (RIF).The real estate agent should mediate in all negotiations between you, and the seller of the property. Is it safe to buy property in Venezuela? To buy a house in Venezuela as a […]

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Can you pet animals in the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Be a Respectful Observer It may sound obvious to some, but one of the most important Galapagos rules is not to touch the animals. Wildlife in the Galapagos archipelago is so unbothered by the presence of humans that people can get extremely close to each creature without them even moving an inch. Can you pet […]

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Why is National Day celebrated in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Argentine Independence Day (Spanish: Día de la Independencia) is always celebrated on 9th July. This national public holiday marks Argentina’s independence from Spain which was declared on 9 July 1816. What is the National Day of Argentina Why? National Sovereignty Day Observed by Argentina Significance The day the Argentine Confederation fought against an Anglo-French navy […]

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Can you take a train from Peru to Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The train leaves Tacna Rail Station at 7 am and 6 pm daily, and it does not stop at the border. You will get your Peruvian exit stamp at the Tacna Railway station and go through the Chilean immigration upon arrival in Arica. How do you get from Peru to Chile? The best way to […]

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What percent of Costa Ricans are of indigenous descent?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Less than 1 percent of Costa Rica’s population today are indigenous people—usually referred to as Indians. What percent of Costa Rica is indigenous? “In Costa Rica an Indigenous population of approximately 63,876 persons is recognized (1.5 % of the total population according to the 2000 census). Of more than 5,210,000 hectares of land that make […]

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Where did South American natives originate?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

It is believed that the first human populations of South America either arrived from Asia into North America via the Bering Land Bridge and migrated southwards or alternatively from Polynesia across the Pacific. Who were the original inhabitants of South America? Four main components have contributed to the present-day population of South America—American Indians (Amerindians), […]

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Is it always hot in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The climate in Costa Rica is hot all year round in the plains and along the coasts, while it’s milder in the plateau, that is, in the so-called tierras templadas. Temperature variations are low because the country is located near the Equator, so the main difference between the seasons is found in the rains. Does […]

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How does Brazil’s geography affect its economy?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Economic Geography While only about 5% of the land is cultivated, Brazil leads the world in coffee production (about a third of the global total). Brazil also produces a quarter of the world’s citrus, has more than one-tenth of the cattle supply, and produces one-fifth of the iron ore. What makes up Brazil’s economy? Decomposing […]

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Can you find sharks teeth in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The dive site is notorious for the ability of finding teeth, some have found up to 10 on one dive. It takes time and a lot of searching yet I managed to find 5 teeth of various sizes. Some were fresh and still had blood as they detached from the shark’s mouth, others were old […]

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What is the race in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Ethnic Groups Of Bolivia Rank Ethnic Group Share of Bolivian Population 1 Mestizo (combined Native American and European Ancestry) 70% 2 Indigenous Bolivian (Predominately Native American Ancestry) 20% 3 White Bolivian (Predominately European Ancestry) 5% 4 Black Bolivian (Predominately African Ancestry) 1% What race are the people of Bolivia? AmerindiansEthnic groups of Bolivia. The Bolivian […]

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Is Peru a democratic republic?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

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 Constitution of Peru. The government is composed of three branches, being executive, judicial, and legislative branches. When did Peru transition to democracy? Essentially, the transition from military authoritarian rule […]

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Why is Christmas celebrated in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Because Peru is in the southern hemisphere, Christmas takes place during the summer. Christmas was probably first celebrated in Peru around 1535. Traditionally the figure of the baby Jesus isn’t put into the scene until Christmas day. What does Christmas mean in Peru? the good nightChristmas Eve in Peru is refferred to as Noche Buena […]

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Do bull sharks live in Lake Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bull sharks are found in shallow waters The unpredictable bull shark is one of the most dangerous species in the world’s oceans for humans, and they are known to live in Lake Nicaragua. However, they do not generally live in the areas that are most frequented by tourists. Are there bull sharks in Lake Nicaragua? […]

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