π General information about Guatemala
π₯ Population
Approximately 18 million inhabitants.
π° GDP (Gross Domestic Product)
Around USD 100 billion.
ποΈ President
Bernardo ArΓ©valo (since 2024).
π± Currency & exchange rate
Currency: Quetzal (GTQ)
Approximate exchange rate: 1 USD β 7.7 GTQ
πΈ Remittances
Remittances account for more than 18% of GDP and are a key source of income for many families.
π Main industries
Agriculture (coffee, sugar, and bananas), manufacturing, textiles, tourism, and services.
π£οΈ Language
Official language: Spanish.
More than 20 Mayan languages are also spoken across the country.
π Electricity
Voltage: 120V
Plug types: A and B (same as in the United States).
β Interesting facts about Guatemala
π Land of volcanoes
Guatemala has more than 30 volcanoes, several of which are active.
ποΈ Mayan culture
The country was the heart of the Mayan civilization, with famous archaeological sites such as Tikal.
β World-class coffee
Guatemalan coffee is considered among the best in the world thanks to its climate and volcanic soils.
π A country of great cultural diversity
Guatemala has a rich diversity of cultures, traditions, and traditional clothing across its regions.
