The Mayan Civilization
This time period, lasting from approximately 250 to 900 CE, marks the time when the Mayan civilization flourished.
What is the Classic Period?
Guatemala is home to 37 of these, including the active Pacaya and Fuego.
What are volcanoes?
$100: Due to its mild climate, Guatemala is famously known by this nickname.
What is the "Land of Eternal Spring"?
This grain, served in forms like tortillas and tamales, has been a staple of the diet for centuries.
What is corn (or maize)?
There are over 20 of these distinct languages actively spoken in Guatemala today.
What are Mayan languages?
The Maya made significant achievements in mathematics, including the concept of this number.
What is zero?
This type of volcano is characterized by a tall, conical shape built up by layers of hardened lava and ash.
What is a stratovolcano?
This nation is Guatemala’s largest trading partner, accounting for nearly 40% of its trade.
What is the United States?
$200: This traditional spicy meat stew is described as "rich and flavorful."
What is Pepián?
This traditional shirt consists of two rectangular pieces woven on a backstrap loom.
What is a Huipil?
These massive structures were not just monuments but sacred spaces where the earthly and divine realms converged.
What are pyramids?
At 4,220 meters, this is the highest volcano in Guatemala and Central America
What is Volcán Tajumulco?
Guatemala creates a "reliability of supply" for the U.S. because its harvest season for this fruit is opposite to Peru's.
What is the avocado?
This term refers to the blending of indigenous Mayan beliefs with Catholic elements introduced during the colonial era.
What is Syncretism?
This bird is the national bird of Guatemala, and its feathers were considered sacred to the Maya.
What is the Resplendent Quetzal?
This system of writing used by the Maya is known as this type of script.
What is hieroglyphic script?
Derived from the Mam language, the name "Tajumulco" translates to this ominous phrase.
What is "place where the dead are"?
This trade agreement, abbreviated as CAFTA-DR, strengthens the relationship between the U.S. and Guatemala.
What is the U.S.-Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement?
This intricate system governs ritual cycles and timekeeping in Mayan spirituality.
What is the Sacred Calendar (or Tzolkin)?
This language group includes active languages such as K'iche', Kaqchikel, and Mam.
What is the Mayan language family?
Theories for the decline of the Mayan civilization include warfare, environmental degradation, and this demographic issue.
What is overpopulation?
Volcanic ash contributes to the economy by making the soil this, which is perfect for farming coffee.
What is fertile (or rich)?
Guatemala contains over 22 of these distinct weather zones, which allow for a wide variety of crops.
What are microclimates?
This traditional turkey soup is known for its distinct taste.
What is Kak'ik?
A handwoven belt or sash used to hold up a "corte" (skirt) is known by this Spanish name.
What is a Faja?