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 …

5 days ago · Guatemala, country of Central America that is distinguished from its Central American neighbors by the dominance of an Indigenous culture within its interior uplands.

1 day ago · Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo has declared a state of emergency in two western municipalities after armed men attacked a military post and police station.

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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.

2 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 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 …