What are the cultures of Guatemala?

What are the cultures of Guatemala?

The culture of Guatemala reflects strong Mayan and Spanish influences and continues to be defined as a contrast between poor Mayan villagers in the rural highlands, and the urbanized and relatively wealthy mestizos population (known in Guatemala as ladinos) who occupy the cities and surrounding agricultural plains.

What is the relationship between Guatemala and the US?

According to the US State Department, relations between the United States and Guatemala traditionally have been close, although at times strained by human-rights and civil/military issues. According to a global opinion poll, 82% of Guatemalans viewed the U.S. positively in 2002.

Are there tarantulas in Guatemala?

Tarantulas of Guatemala are common in Peten (Tikal, Yaxha, etc), Alta Verapaz, and elsewhere; they are not dangerous (in most cases) So far I have experience interacting with tarantulas in El Peten, Izabal and Alta Verapaz areas of Guatemala.

What happens if you get bit by a banana spider?

The typical symptoms of a banana spider bite are redness, blistering, and pain at the bite area. It’s possible that a person could experience an allergic reaction to the banana spider. This would cause symptoms like: breathing problems.

What diseases are common in Guatemala?

Here are four of the top diseases in Guatemala.

• Lower Respiratory Infections. Lower respiratory infections killed about 10,000 people in Guatemala in 2012.
• Neonatal and Nutritional Issues. Neonatal and nutritional issues killed about 600,000 Guatemalans in 2012.
• HIV, TB and Malaria.
• Zika.

Are there bugs in Guatemala?

Guatemala is a tropical country and does have bugs. It is, however, not as bad as you might think, and with the proper amount of protection you will be fine. Mosquitos are found here, and are most abundant during the rainy season.

Can you drink water in Guatemala?

Can I drink the tap water? There aren’t any laws around in Guatemala, and the various municipalities are responsible for the region’s water, which, for travelers and many locals, is safe to drink. Most locals use bottled water for drinking and cooking.

Is it safe to swim in Guatemala?

The safety of swimming depends on where you are and when you are swimming. The beaches along the Pacific Coast are usually safe, although they become more dangerous when the tides are changing; this is especially true at Monterrico. The Caribbean Coast is usually much calmer and is nearly always safe for swimming.