Guatemala

By: Brianna Feliciano

The Meaning Of The FlagThe Crossed Rifles and Bird represent that the people of the Guatemala country defend themselves if needed for any wars. The Olive Branches Symbolizes peace. The Sky Blue Stripes represent the location is between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Lastly, the White Stripe stands for the country's values and peace as well.

The Location Of Guatemala……Guatemala is located in Central America, bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between El Salvador and Mexico. It also borders the Gulf of Honduras (Caribbean Sea) between Honduras and Belize.

How Far Is It From NYC ?

It takes about Nine and a half hours from New York City to Guatemala by plane and it’s a One stop trip.

COST,COST, COST ???? $$$$$In order for my to find a specific cost for a round trip to Guatemala I Simply estimated a time to visit.-----------This round trip will cost about $680.00 for 2 weeks

Depart: Nov. 10, 2011, 1:40pmArrival: Nov.10, 2011, 10:40pmDepart: Nove,23,2011Return: Nov. 24, 2011(estimation time to arrive back to NYC would be around the afternoon)

Guatemala’s CLIMATE (Weather & Temp.)

On the Highlands, Guatemala is cooler than its lowlands being very hot and humid. The average temperature determining that climate would be around the 75’s to 90 degrees.

Famous Tourist Attractions :DThe Mayan Ruins

Throughout what is known as Guatemala today, the ancient Mayans built some of their greatest cities. Tikal and El Mirador. It is among the greatest pre-Columbian cities built anywhere in America, and visiting one or both is among the more memorable Guatemala things to do. Both of these amazing and unforgettable destinations are located in the thinly distributed populated, and somewhat wild northern Guatemala Petén region.

Black Sand Beach

While Guatemala is not among the most mentioned places to go to the beach, along the country’s Pacific coast you will find plenty of relaxing seaside stretches that offer relaxation and wonderful sunsets. These Pacific beaches feature black sand that is a result of the country’s volcanic countryside. Monterrico is the best known beaches in Guatemala and spending at least a day there is a worth while trip.

TOURS

Mayan RuinsBlack Sand

Beach

Rigoberta MenchuBorn: January 9, 1959Nationality: Guatemalan

Brief Description:  From a poor Indian peasant family and raised in the Quiche branch of the Mayan culture.

*Prominent: to be proud*Aroused: Excited

She became involved in social reform activities through the Catholic Church, and became prominent in the women's rights movement when still only a teenager. Her reform work aroused considerable opposition in influential circles, especially after a guerilla organization established itself in the area. The Menchú family was accused of taking part in guerrilla activities and Rigoberta's father, Vicente, was imprisoned and tortured for allegedly having participated in the execution of a local plantation owner. After his release, he joined the recently founded Committee of the Peasant Union (CUC).

Rigoberta Menchu

Popular Music In Guatemala

Marimba is the most famous and popular music they listen to in Guatemala.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0VGODoRy9o

Sports !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Football but in  their country they mean Soccer. It is the most popular sport in  Guatemala.

YUM,YUM,YUM FOOOD !!!! :P

Basically Guatemalans eat Spanish dishes such as tortillas, tacos, guacamole, tamales, and any other Spanish food we eat here in New York City.

More Fooood!!!!!!!!!!!!