The territory of modern Guatemala hosted the core of the Maya civilization, which extended across Mesoamerica; in the 16th century, most of this was conquered by the Spanish and claimed as part of …

Dec 17, 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.

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Guatemala facts: Official web sites of Guatemala, links and information on Guatemala's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital of Guatemala, airlines, embassies, tourist …

3 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.

Guatemala, [a] officially the Republic of Guatemala, [b] is a country in northern Central America. It is bordered to the north and west by Mexico, to the northeast (in the adjacency zone) by Belize, to the …

The most populous nation in Central America, Guatemala is a representative democracy with its capital at Guatemala City. Although the nation has been relatively stable since 1996, Guatemala's recent …

Jun 19, 2023 · Guatemala, officially known as the Republic of Guatemala, shares its borders with four countries: Mexico to the north and west, Belize to the northeast, and Honduras and El Salvador to …

Oct 22, 2025 · From volcanoes and jungle ruins to historic cities and Maya culture, these 11 sights should get top billing on your Guatemala travel itinerary.

Dec 14, 2025 · Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo has declared a state of emergency in two western municipalities after armed men attacked a military post and police station.