Infos about Guatemala

The Republic of Guatemala (Spanish: República de Guatemala, IPA: [repuβlika ðe ɣwatemala]), is a country in Central America bordered by Mexico to the northwest, the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, Belize and the Caribbean Sea to the northeast, and Honduras and El Salvador to the southeast.

The most populous nation in Central America, Guatemala is a representative democracy with its capital at Guatemala City. Although the nation has been relatively stable since 1996, Guatemalas recent history has been plagued by civil war and military coups, which have slowed the nations development. Large portions of Guatemalas interior remain wholly undeveloped, including the nations many rainforests and wetlands. Guatemalas abundance of biologically significant and unique ecosystems contribute to Mesoamericas designation as an important biodiversity hotspot