Guatemala

Climate

100

This is the climate of Guatemala

Tropical

200

These are the two seasons in Guatemala

Wet and Dry Seasons

300

Coastal areas can reach up to this temperature during the dry season

38 °C

Geography

100

Guatemala is known for its landforms, including mountains, rivers and lagoons, and this landform

Volcanoes

200

Honduras, El Salvador, Belize, and this country are all countries that border Guatemala

Mexico

300

Guatemala is home to this volcano, which is the tallest volcano in Central America

Volcano Tajumulco

Food

100

Ancient Mayan cuisine was based upon 3 ingredients, corn, beans, and this

Squash

200

This meat stew is Guatemala's national dish

Pepián

300

The Mayans were the first people to grow this plant which is still used today in desserts

Cocoa beans

History

100

This civilization was Guatemala's indigenous people before Spanish colonialism

Maya Civilization

200

Guatemala's ancient civilizations were known for their astronomical knowledge, writing system, and this

Architecture

300

Guatemala gained independence from Spanish rule in this year

1821