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IN THIS PRESENTATION YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT SEVERAL FACTS REGARDING 7 LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES.
1. HISTORICAL FACTS
2. ECONOMY
3. CLIMATE
4. VEGETATION OR GOVERNMENT
5. CULTURE
1.Historical Fact
In 1521, Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes conquered the Aztecs and Mexico became a Spanish colony. For 300 years Spain ruled the land until the early 1800s. At that time the local Mexicans revolted against Spanish rule. Father Miguel Hidalgo declared Mexico's independence with his famous cry of "Viva Mexico". In 1821, Mexico defeated the Spanish and gained full independence. Heroes of the Mexican revolution included General Augustin de Iturbide and General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna.
2.Climate
The climate in Mexico is tropical with a rainy and dry season and little temperature fluctuation from season to season. The temperature in all areas of Mexico typically ranges between 50°F and 90°F throughout the year. Average annual humidity is around 70%.
3.Economy
The economy is seen recovering modestly this year, underpinned by gradually strengthening private consumption. That said, the outlook is discouraging amid depressed business confidence; the plunge in global oil prices and its effect on Pemex’s already fragile finances; recent financial market turmoil; and coronavirus-related disruptions to general activity. FocusEconomics panelists estimate growth of 0.6% in 2020, which is down 0.3 percentage points from last month’s forecast, and 1.6% in 2021.
4.Chichen Itza is one of the seven wonders of the world
This pyramid was once part of the Mayan Empire, and in 2007 it was named as one of the new seven wonders of the world. It is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico with over 2.6 million tourists in 2017.
5.The Day of the Dead is widely celebrated
This traditional celebration is made to honor the dead and celebrate them as they are believed to come alive on the day of the dead. By the end of the celebrations it’s also a time to mourn and remember the dead, but first and most important – to celebrate and honor them.
1.Historical Fact
In the late 19th and early 20th century, Guatemala's potential for agricultural exploitation attracted several foreign companies, most prominently the United Fruit Company (UFC). These companies, supported by the country's authoritarian rulers, and the United States government through their support for brutal labor regulations and massive concessions to wealthy landowners. In 1944, the policies of Jorge Rubicon led to a popular uprising that began the ten-year Guatemalan Revolution. The presidencies of Juan Jose Valor and Jacobi Benzene saw sweeping social and economic reforms, including a significant increase in literacy and a successful agrarian reform program.
2.Economy
This year, economic growth is expected to ease somewhat compared to last year’s four-year high, although healthy private consumption, underpinned by resilient remittances inflows, should buttress domestic demand. The balance of risks is tilted to the downside owing to softer growth in the U.S., domestic political fragmentation and the coronavirus. FocusEconomics Consensus Forecast panelists estimate the economy to expand 3.4% in 2020, which is unchanged from last month, and 3.5% in 2021.
3.Climate
Guatemala has a tropical climate, and weather that is largely determined by geography and altitude. The highlands tend to be cooler than the coastal areas and lowlands. You'll find comfortable spring-like temperatures in major cities like La Antigua, Guatemala City, and Quetzaltenango throughout much of the year.
4.Some Guatemalans worship a Saint named Maximón
Arguably one of the most mysterious Guatemala facts is one that exists around the worshipping of Maximón. A shocking legend about him says when the village men would head off to work, Maximón slept with all of their wives! Consequently, the men cut off Maximóns arms and legs in a fit of anger, which explains why most effigies of him are made without arms.
5.Coffee is Guatemalas biggest export business
Coffee is big in Guatemala. Like, really big. By 1880, coffee accounted for 90% of Guatemala’s exports and even today, it’s one of their main exports and sources of income for the country. The coffee has a distinct flavor to it, typically full-bodied and has rich chocolate and cocoa flavors.
1.Historical Fact
May 14, 1513
Finding Panama
The spanish explorer, Vasco Nunez de Balboa claimed the land for their King, Ferdinand. Spanish began to populate the area with the wealth they had stolen from the Incas.
January 1, 1902
Building the Canal
The United State's Senate supports construction of Panama Canal. US gives $40 million for the canal to be built in Panama raher than Nicaragua. Congress passes a bill alowing construction along the Isthmus.
2.Economy
The economy of Panama is centered on a highly-developed services sector, which represents more than 75% of gross domestic product (GDP). The Panama Canal and use of the U.S. dollar have promoted the strengthening of a globally-oriented services economy. The Panama Canal is essential to global trade and accounts for almost 10% of the country’s GDP. Other important components of the service economy are the Colon Free Trade Zone (CFZ), which is the second largest free port in the world, and the Trans-Panama Pipeline, which allows for the transport of crude oil between the Pacific and Atlantic coasts. The license and registry of the Panama flag to merchant ships is another source of economic activity. Panama also has a large logistics and storage services sector, as well as a modern banking and insurance industry. The agricultural sector has lost importance over the years, accounting for less than 10% of GDP today. The main cash crops produced in the country are bananas, corn, coffee and sugar.
3.Climate
Known for its lush, verdant landscapes, Panama has a tropical maritime climate. It is warm and humid at sea level, with slightly cooler weather in mountain areas. ... Unlike North America, Panama doesn't have four seasons. Here, you get the wet or “winter” season and the dry “summer” season.
4.The oldest continually operating railroad is in Panama. It travels from Panama City to Colon and back.
5.Panama City is the only capital city that has a rain forest within the city limits.
COLOMBIA
1.Historical fact that change history for the country.
The Battle of Boyaca happened in what is now Colombia during 1819. Back then it was a new world region in revolt against the Spanish crown, but that’s the location where Simon Bolivar consolidated his victory against the Spanish.
2.Economy
Is the world’s leading of emeralds and its coffee world renown.
Economic growth is expected to stay solid this year on the back of solid fixed investment growth amid lower corporate taxes and fiscal exemptions. However, downside risks to the outlook have mounted due to lower oil prices and adverse effects of the coronavirus outbreak, as well as social unrest and political tensions on the domestic front. Focus Economics panelists project GDP to grow 3.0% in 2020, which is down 0.2 percentage points from last month’s forecast, and 3.2% in 2021.
3.Climate
Hot climate since is under the imaginary line of the equator. Tropical equatorial climate.
4.Vegetation
50% of Colombia is covered by forests.
5.The name Colombia is derived from the last name of the explorer Christopher Columbus.
1.Historical Fact
1492 - Christopher Columbus visits the island, which he names Hispaniola, or "Little Spain". 1496 - Spaniards set up first Spanish colony in Western hemisphere at Santo Domingo, which subsequently serves as capital of all Spanish colonies in America.
2.Economy
Growth will likely ebb somewhat this year on a slowdown in the U.S.—the key source of remittances, tourist arrivals and exports—and the impact of the coronavirus. Instability in neighboring Haiti, uncertainty over the duration of the tourism downturn and a possible worsening of the viral outbreak pose downside risks to the outlook. FocusEconomics panelists see the economy expanding 4.5% in 2020, which is unchanged from last month’s forecast, and 4.4% in 2021.
3.Climate
The climate in Dominican Republic is generally hot with tropical temperatures all year, although it does vary from region to region.
4.The main religion is Christianity
It is also the official religion of the Republica Dominicana making up 80% of the population. 18% of people are unaffiliated with any religion and the balance is muslim. There has always been religious freedom throughout the entire country.
5.type of Government
The country is governed as a democratic republic with power controlled by three branches of government: Executive, legislative, and judicial. Danilo Medina Sanchez is the current president of the Dominican Republic serving as both the head of government and head of state.
JAMAICA
1.Historical Fact
The capital and largest city in Jamaica is Kingston. Jamaica was claimed by Spain after Christopher Columbus landed there in 1494. It then came under English rule in 1655 before gaining independence in 1962. The longest mountain range in Jamaica is called the Blue Mountains.
2.Economy
Economic growth is expected to remain lackluster this year as the closure of the Alpart alumina refinery for up to two years should weigh on output and exports while weaker economic growth in the U.S. will further drag on exports and tourism. Moreover, the outbreak of the coronavirus poses an additional downside risk. The panel sees the economy growing 1.2% in 2020, which is unchanged from last month’s forecast, and 1.7% in 2021.
3.Climate
In Jamaica, the climate is tropical, hot all year round, with little difference between winter and summer
4.Jamaica exports agricultural products such as bananas, coffee and sugar.
5.Voodoo
African slaves imported to Jamaica brought their own form of religion, Obeahism. Obeahism is a form of voodoo that is still practiced on the island. However, it is kept quiet, since the practice of Obeahism is punishable by death. People who practice this form of voodoo believe that the Obeah man can use evil spirits to bring good or bad luck to others.
1.Historical Fact
Barbados was first occupied by the British in 1627 and remained a British colony until internal autonomy was granted in 1961. The Island gained full independence in 1966, and maintains ties to the Britain monarch represented in Barbados by the Governor General. It is a member of the Commonwealth.
2.Economy
Barbados is the wealthiest and one of the most developed countries in the Eastern Caribbean and enjoys one of the highest per capita incomes in the region. Historically, the Barbadian economy was dependent on sugarcane cultivation and related activities. However, in recent years the economy has diversified into light industry and tourism.
3.Climate
In Barbados, the easternmost of the West Indies, there's a tropical climate, hot and humid all year round, a bit cooler and more pleasant from December to April, and more hot and muggy from May to October. However, the heat is tempered by the breezes.
4.Government: Parliamentary Democracy
5.Religion: Christians (73%, with the vast majority being Protestants). Their style of worship is very much on a par with that of the African way which involves seemingly endless movement, hand-clapping, rhythymic dancing, singing and intense praying. The beautiful shores of Barbados come alive when new members are accepted into this faith as an immersion of the entire body into the crystal-clears waters of the island takes place surrounded by supportive church members. Once accepted into the faith, members go through a period of isolation for seven (7) to ten (10) days in an effort to cleanse the mind through prayer and purification.