In Colombia, the use is two surnames: first the paternal surname and then the maternal surname. Married women used to change their second last name for their husband’s first last name adding the preposition “de” between the two last names. Why do Hispanic have 2 last names? Within the Hispanic tradition, the woman does not […]
What sports are popular on the Galapagos Islands?
Horseback riding and volleyball are two more popular choices. Mules and jeeps are available for hire as are yachts and rowing boats. The Galapagos Islands themselves have a wealth of interesting activities to pursue, such as hiking, sea kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving. Can you swim in the Galapagos Islands? The Galapagos have some of […]
What is Peru bird?
The Andean cock-of-the-rock is the national bird of Peru. What is Peru’s national bird? Known as tunki in Quechua, this cotinga is the national bird of Peru and is related to other distinctive tropical fruit-eaters such as the Banded Cotinga, Long-wattled Umbrellabird, and Bearded Bellbird. What kind of bird is a cock? The chicken (Gallus […]
How many Marines killed Nicaragua?
Of the 1,100 members of the United States military that intervened in Nicaragua, thirty-seven were killed in action. How many Nicaraguans died in the Contra war? (May 2019) Click [show] for important translation instructions. 1981–89: 10,000–43,000 total killed; best estimate using most detailed battle information is 30,000 killed. What was the CIA doing in Nicaragua? […]
What type of plate boundary do you think is located in between the Galapagos Islands and Panama?
The hotspot is believed to be over 20 million years old and in that time there has been interaction between the hotspot, both of these plates, and the divergent plate boundary, at the Galapagos Spreading Centre. What type of plate boundary is located between Galapagos Islands and Panama? A) Based on the earthquake activity, what […]
What ethnic groups make up Panama?
Ethnic groups: Mestizo (mixed Amerindian and White) 65%, Native American 12.3% (Ngabe 7.6%, Kuna 2.4%, Embera 0.9%, Bugle 0.8%, other 0.4%, unspecified 0.2%), Black or African descent 9.2%, Mulatto 6.8%, White 6.7% (2010 est.) What are the top 3 ethnic groups in Panama? Ethnic groups Mestizos (mixed Amerindian and European/White) (65%) Native Panamanians (Ngabe 7.6%, […]
How long can I stay in Peru as a tourist?
Official Clarification of the Maximum Amount of Days in Peru “A foreign national can stay in Peru as a tourist up to 183 days in a 365-day period.” How long can a visitor stay in Peru? 90 daysDepending on their nationality travelers are now allowed to stay in Peru for up to 90 days in […]
Where do the rich live in Colombia?
Economy and culture. Rosales is a wealthy neighborhood of Bogotá, Colombia. The neighborhood is known for brick high rises which are from found Carrera Séptima (7th Avenue) to Avenida Circunvalar. What is the richest part of Colombia? El Poblado is the safest and richest upscale neighborhood located in the south-east of Medellin. This neighborhood is […]
Why do Costa Ricans not flush toilet paper?
You can’t flush toilet paper in Costa Rica – TRUE! The country’s plumbing was never built to accommodate for excessive amount of toilet paper and, since many systems are septic or composting, you’ll find ‘toilet paper bins’ in every toilet stall, all over the country. So…do the right thing…and pop it in the bin! Why […]
What games do people play in Colombia?
How to play Colombia’s favorite childhood games Trompo. Trompo is one of the most popular street games in all of Colombia and practice makes perfect, which is how Carlos Galvis, from San Vicente de Rionegro, Antioquia, won the Trompo World Championships in Orlando, Florida two years ago. Canicas. Balero. Cinco Huecos. Yo-yo. What is the […]
Is Panama cold or hot?
In Panama days are hot and nights are much cooler. Temperatures usually range from 32 degrees Celsius (90° Fahrenheit) during the daytime to 21 degrees Celsius (70° Fahrenheit) in the evening. These temperatures are found practically year-round. However temperatures can vary according to geography. Is it cold or hot in Panama? In Panama, a Central […]
Can you drink tap water Argentina?
Tap Water. Argentina is a modern country with good health and dental services. Sanitation and hygiene at restaurants is relatively high, and tap water is generally safe to drink throughout the country. Does Argentina have clean water? Since the increasingly strict regulation of public waterways, the country’s overall sanitation has improved. This has led to […]
How is Bolivia’s geography?
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.The most agriculturally productive and populated part of the altiplano surrounds the lake. What geographic region is Bolivia? Bolivia, country of west-central South America. Extending some 950 […]
Is Brazil overpopulated?
Overpopulation in Brazil has resulted in a widening gap with respect to age, gender and well-being for a large percentage of its populace. Around one-fourth of Brazil’s population suffer from inadequate housing. Does Brazil have a population problem? Brazil has experienced a dramatic decline in fertility rates over the past 40 years, from about […]
How far am I from Costa Rica by plane?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Costa Rica and United States is 3,259 km= 2,025 miles. If you travel with an airplane (which has average speed of 560 miles) from Costa Rica to United States, It takes 3.62 hours to arrive. What US state is closest to Costa Rica? Costa Rica is a […]