Guatemala Country Information
Background:
The Maya civilization flourished in Guatemala and surrounding regions during the first millennium A.D. After almost three centuries as a Spanish colony, Guatemala won its independence in 1821. During the second half of the 20th century, it experienced a variety of military and civilian governments, as well as a 36-year guerrilla war. In 1996, the government signed a peace agreement formally ending the conflict, which had left more than 100,000 people dead and had created some 1 million refugees.
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Capital (and largest city)
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Guatemala City
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Official languages
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Spanish
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| Government |
Presidential Republic |
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Oscar Berger
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Total Area
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42,042 km2
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Population
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12,800,000 (70st)
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| GDP(PPP) |
2005 Est. |
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US$ 62 billion (22nd) |
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• Per capita
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US$ 4,000 (52nd)
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Currency
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Quetzal (ARS)
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Human Development Index
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.673 (medium) (117th)
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Time zone
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(UTC-6)
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Industries
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Agriculture, accounting for one fourth of the economy, produces coffee, sugar and bananas. Manufacturing and construction account for one fifth of the economy
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Calling code
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+502
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| Language Reuirements |
The Spanish Language is the official language of Guatemala. English to Spanish Translations Requirements - Documents, labels and texts must be translated into Spanish. Professional Spanish Translators - Certified Translation - Translation Company | |
