Guatemala FAQs

• About the size of Tennessee
• 3 Main Regions (Cool Highlands, Tropical Coast and Tropical Jungle)
• Democratic governmen
• Ancient Mayan civilization
• Conquered by Spain in 1524
• Population is approximately 12 million
• Guatemala city population 2.6 million
• Monetary unit is the Quetzal
• 60 % Spanish, 40 % Amerindian
• Per Capita Income $5,900 (US is $34,000)
• Industries:Sugar, Textiles, Clothing
• Exports: Coffee, Sugar, Bananas
• High poverty / High crime (2004 — 2000 murders)