While it is best known for ceviche, the marinated raw seafood dish, Peru’s food is remarkable for the diversity of its ingredients, from wonderful fresh fish to astounding varieties of potatoes, corn and chilies, and for preparations that encompass the world, from stir-fried beef to pasta with shrimp. What is special about Peru food? That’s […]

The average costs of building a new home in Belize out of concrete block runs anywhere from $60 to $80 US per square foot. Earthbag construction will cost between $20 and $50 per square foot in Belize. An owner-builder can build a basic earthbag structure for as little as $12 US per square foot. Can […]

The flag of Guatemala features sky blue and white.The two sky blue stripes represent the two oceans that Guatemala sits between, the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean sea; and the sky over the country. The white color signifies peace and purity. In the center of the flag is the Guatemalan coat of arms. What does […]

And while some might struggle to locate Uruguay (population 3.4 million) on a map or name its river-facing capital, Montevideo, its dynamic coastline, extended carnival season and UNESCO cultural heritage status make it a prime Latin American vacation spot. What is so special about Uruguay? Uruguay is the country with the oldest population in South […]

Some of the islands that are part of the Lesser Antilles are the Virgin Islands, Saint Martin, Guadeloupe, Grenada, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Curacao and Bonaire. The islands located north of the Venezuelan coast or called the Leeward Antilles. What are three islands north of Venezuela? Caribbean islands are often portrayed as lush tropical paradises, […]

Tsunamis therefore occur only rarely here. The strongest tidal wave registered in Ecuador so far reached a height of 6.1 meters. At this Tsunami on 03/11/2011 no losses of human lifes have been registered. When did Ecuador last have a tsunami? The 1906 Ecuador–Colombia earthquake occurred at 15:36 UTC on January 31, off the coast […]

Size. Brazil, officially called the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in South America and has a population of approximately 209 million people.Brazil is the 5th largest country in the world by size and population whereas Canada is the 2nd largest by size and 38th by population. How big is Canada compared to […]

Bolivian daily life is largely dependent on social class, economic status, and place of residence. Whereas Indian traditions persist throughout the nation, they are more strongly pronounced in rural and working-class areas. What are homes like in Bolivia? Colonial Bolivian houses are built in rectangular fashion with an open patio or courtyard in the middle, […]

Bordering countries Country Length (km) Bordering Brazilian states Bolivia 3,423 Acre, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Rondônia Paraguay 1,365 Mato Grosso do Sul, Paraná Argentina 1,261 Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina Uruguay 1,068 Rio Grande do Sul What countries border Brazil? Brazil faces the Atlantic Ocean along 4,600 miles (7,400 km) of […]

Currently, the Brazilian Navy operates seven submarines, including five Tupi-class (modified German Type 209) submarines, which are based at Almirante Castro e Silva, Mocangue Island, near Rio de Janeiro, and two Scorpene-class submarines. How many submarines does the Brazilian Navy have? This is a list of active ships of the Brazilian Navy, complete and correct […]

Around 84% of Peruvians speak Spanish, the official national language.Quechua is the second most commonly spoken language (13%), followed by Aymara (2%), and both have official status. In urban areas of the country, especially the coastal region, most people are monolingual and only speak Spanish. What dialect do Peruvians speak? Languages of Peru Official Spanish, […]

Lionel Messi. Argentina # Player / Current club 1 Lionel Messi Paris Saint-Germain 80 2 Gabriel Batistuta Retired 55 3 Sergio Agüero FC Barcelona 41 4 Hernán Crespo Retired 35 Who is Argentina all time top scorer? Argentina national football team Head coach Lionel Scaloni Captain Lionel Messi Most caps Lionel Messi (158) Top scorer […]

Tico time is a somewhat affectionate reference to the Costa Rican habit of arriving late for appointments, dates and even business meetings. The best way to combat this propensity is to prepare for a late arrival – or schedule appointments for 30-60 minutes earlier. What does Tico time mean in Costa Rica? Tico Time. When […]

The most expensive cities in Ecuador are Cuenca, Guayaquil, Quito and Salinas. And in all of these cities certain areas will cost much more than the rest of city. Where do the wealthy live in Ecuador? The towns of Cumbaya and Tumbaco are where you’ll find wealthy Quiteños living. What is the wealthiest city in […]