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)