Guatemala

Flag Description Three equal vertical bands of light blue (hoist side), white, and light blue with the coat of arms centered in the white band; the coat of arms includes a green and red quetzal (the national bird) and a scroll bearing the inscription libertad 15 de septiembre de 1821 (the original date of independence from spain) all superimposed on a pair of crossed rifles and a pair of crossed swords and framed by a wreath. Currency Quetzal., others allowed Astronomy Today's date is May 16, 2008. There is currently a First Quarter Moon. Location Middle america, bordering the north pacific ocean, between el salvador and mexico, and bordering the gulf of honduras (caribbean sea) between honduras and belize. Climate Tropical; hot, humid in lowlands; cooler in highlands. Terrain Mostly mountains with narrow coastal plains and rolling limestone plateau (peten). Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Pacific Ocean 0 m. The highest point is at Volcan Tajumulco 4,211 m.

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Guatemala

This is a map of Guatemala. The map illustrates the location of Guatemala and its proximity to Flores, Zacapa, Champerico, and the North Pacific Ocean.

Other countries on this map include: Mexico / Honduras / El Salvador

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