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Guatemala: Maya Civilization
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According to the CIA World Fact Book, Guatemala has a population of 12,728,111 (2007 est). The majority of the population is Ladino... called Mestizo (mixed Amerindian and Spanish), and Whites (primarily of Spanish, but also those of German, English, Italian, and Scandinavian descent), they make up a combined total of 59.4%. Amerindians populations include the K'iche 9.1%, Kaqchikel 8.4%, Mam 7.9% and Q'eqchi 6.3%. 8.6% of the population is "other Mayan", 0.2% is indigenous non-Mayan, and 0.1% is "other".[11] There are smaller communities present. The Garífuna, who are descended from African slaves, live mainly in Livingston and Puerto Barrios, and other blacks and mulattos. There are also Arabs of Lebanese and Syrian descent, and Asians, mostly of Chinese descent.
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Guatemala does not have a national dish, but there are many foods that have become a part of the everyday diet. Just as during the time of the Mayans, corn continues to be a staple food. It is most often eaten in the form of a tortilla (a thin corn pancake). These are usually served warm and wrapped in cloth. Black beans (frijoles), another Mayan staple, are eaten at almost every meal. They are usually refried (volteados), mashed, or simply eaten whole (parados).
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The Music of Guatemala comprises a number of styles and expressions. The Maya had an intense musical practice, as is documented by iconography. Guatemala was ... one of the first regions in the New World to be introduced to European music, from 1524 on. Many composers from the Renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary music styles have contributed works of all genres, of very high quality. The marimba is the national instrument that has developed a large repertoire of very attractive pieces that have been popular for more than a century. The Historia General de Guatemala has published a series of CDs of historical Music of Guatemala, in which every style is present, from the Maya, colonial period, independent and republican eras to current times.
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Guatemala hat drei internationale Verkehrsflughäfen in Guatemala-Stadt (La Aurora), Flores (Mundo Maya) und Quetzaltenango. Diese drei Flughäfen wurden von 2005 bis 2007 im Rahmen eines nationalen Infrastrukturprogrammes umfassend modernisiert. Bei Puerto Barrios und Puerto San José befinden sich Flughäfen von regionaler Bedeutung. Daneben gibt es eine Reihe kleinerer Flugplätze für die Allgemeine Luftfahrt.
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Spanish is the official language of Guatemala, and the most commonly spoken. Over twenty indigenous languages are still spoken throughout, but many of the Maya people have at least a working knowledge of basic Spanish as well. For the Garifuna people in Livingston, Garifuna and English are the main languages (but Spanish is spoken as well).
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In this extraordinary new handbook, author Wayne Bernhardson provides ample coverage of Guatemala's traditional highlights: soaring Maya Pyramids, imposing volcanoes, lush rain forest, stunning architecture and spectacular celebrations. Also included are lesser known market towns and archaeological sites, plus the best places to stay and eat.
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