Continent : Central America

Capital city : Guatemala City

Currency : Cashel (GTQ)

Population size : about 20 million people

Official language : Spanish 

National dish : Pupusa - thick pita stuffed with cheese, meat or vegetables, and served with sauerkraut salad

Interesting fact : Guatemala is the home of the ancient Mayan civilization, and has some spectacular archaeological sites, including Tikal, which is considered one of the largest and most impressive Mayan cities.