Guatemala, [a] officially the Republic of Guatemala, [b] is a country in Central America. It is bordered to the north and west by Mexico, to the northeast by Belize, to the east by Honduras, and to the southeast by El Salvador. It is hydrologically bordered to the south by the Pacific Ocean and to the northeast by the Gulf of Honduras.

Mar 3, 2025 · Guatemala, country of Central America that is distinguished from its Central American neighbors by the dominance of an Indigenous culture within its interior uplands. The country’s capital, Guatemala City, is a major metropolitan center.

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Jun 19, 2023 · Physical map of Guatemala showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about Guatemala.

Aug 14, 2024 · If you’re visiting Guatemala, you’ll want to read our roundup of tips on vaccines, what to pack, how to dress and more before you set off.

Dec 22, 2021 · Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America and has the highest fertility rate in Latin America. It also has the highest population growth rate in Latin America, which is likely to continue because of its large reproductive-age population and high birth rate.

Guatemala is a country in Central America. Its culture is a mix of both Mayan and Spanish cultures from the colonial period. Guatemala has many languages, a total of 23. Because of its natural beauty, it is a popular tourist destination. Its weather changes often because of the mountain range which crosses the center of the country.

4 days ago · SAN JUAN ALOTENANGO, Guatemala (AP) — Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire is erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at risk. The eruption started overnight. There is no immediate report of casualties. The 12,300-foot (3,763-meter) high volcano is one of the most ...

4 days ago · Guatemala is the most northern and populous of the five Central American countries. Guatemalan coastlines cover about 200 miles on the Pacific Ocean and 70 miles on the Caribbean.

4 days ago · Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire is erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at risk. The eruption started overnight ...