Albeit this is an estimation based on cultural aspects. Other social studies put the total amount of Whites at over 60 percent. Some publications, such as the CIA World Factbook, state that the entire population consist of a combined 95.4% of “Whites and Mixed-Race people”, and 4.6% of Amerindians. What is the race of Chilean? […]

All peruvians have similarities in their accent but it does vary from region to region and by social class. In general you could say that peruvian spanish sounds a bit like singing slowly, it is like a slower and more sad/melodic version of Mexican Spanish. Is Mexican Spanish different from Spanish? Mexican Spanish It’s the […]

The history of Ecuador was marked by the arrival of Europeans with Africans, resulting in the mixture of Native Americans with Africans and Europeans. The present study contributes to the knowledge of the Ecuadorian mestizo population by offering information about ancestry and ethnic heterogeneity. Where are Ecuadorian ancestors from? The descendants of Ecuador’s population mostly […]

Nationality: Peruvian(s). Ethnic groups: Indigenous (45%), mestizo (37%), European (15%), African, Japanese, Chinese, and other (3%). Religion: Roman Catholic (90%). Languages: Spanish is the principal language. What nationality are you if you live in Peru? Persons born in Peru are granted Peruvian citizenship on the principle of ius soli. Is Peruvian Hispanic or Latino? Are […]

Most Venezuelans are Catholic and celebrate the birth of Jesus on December 25. In Caracas, and throughout the country, festivities begin on December 16 with mass church services each morning. The final service, Misa de Aguinaldo or Misa de Gallo, occurs at midnight on Noche Buena, or Christmas Eve. What are important traditions in Venezuela? […]

Bolivia has three well-defined geographic zones — high plateau (altiplano), temperate and semitropical valleys of the eastern mountain slopes (yungas), and tropical lowlands (llanos) of the Amazon River Basin. What are 3 physical features of Bolivia? Bolivia physical features The main features of Bolivia’s geography include the Altiplano, a highland plateau of the Andes, and […]

Although there are several different reasons why the team is so good, the biggest reason is the commitment that the players and supporters display. Soccer is often regarded as the second religion in Brazil, and everyone is passionate about the sport. Are Brazilians the best at soccer? Brazil is the most successful national team in […]

Buenos días / Buenas tardes / Buenas noches – Good morning / Good afternoon / Good evening. How do Colombians say hello? “¡Hola!” This is probably the most basic form of greeting in Colombia, and most likely the most common greeting taught in any basic level Spanish class.“¡Quibo!” is another way of saying “hello” in […]

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. Do Americans have […]

The Patagonian Desert, also known as the Patagonian Steppe, is the largest desert in Argentina and is the 8th largest desert in the world by area, occupying 673,000 square kilometers (260,000 mi2).Patagonian Desert. Patagonia Desert Patagonian Steppe Biome temperate grasslands, savannas, and shrublands What is the largest desert? the SaharaSand dunes in the Sahara, near […]

Approximately 39 percent of Bolivians live in poverty, one of the highest rates in South America. The Bolivian government’s work toward a stronger economy has helped reduce poverty from 59 percent, but poverty rates remain significantly higher in rural areas. Most of Bolivia’s people live in rural villages. Is the country of Bolivia poor? Bolivia […]

This area is the province of serious drug business – we’re talking violent criminal activity, guerrilla groups and drug traffickers. There have been numerous reports of kidnappings and murders (including foreigners), armed robberies, injuries from recently-planted landmines, deaths and disappearances in this area. Is Panama a bad country? OVERALL RISK : MEDIUM. Panama is generally […]

Cuy is a traditional dish – a delicacy – in Ecuador. And yes, cuy are guinea pigs. In this post, I share my experience visiting a cuy farm and eating fresh roasted cuy. I also share my thoughts on adapting to new cultures. What country eats hamsters? So upon arrival in Cusco, Peru, we knew […]

The Senate represents the 26 states and the Federal District. Each state and the Federal District has a representation of three Senators, who are elected by popular ballot for a term of eight years.National Congress of Brazil. National Congress Congresso Nacional Structure Seats 594 members: 81 Senators 513 Federal Deputies Does Brazil have a Congress? […]