Guatemala

Introduction

Guatemala is located in North America, with its capital being Guatemala City and the official language being Spanish.

quetzal is the legal tender of Guatemala. The top-level domain of Guatemala is .gt, and to make an overseas call to Guatemala, you need to add +502 / 00502 before the number.

The IANA time zone of Guatemala is America/Guatemala. The local time is 14 hours ahead compared to Beijing time. On 2026-02-27, the sunrise time in Guatemala's capital Guatemala City is 06:18, and the sunset time is 18:08.

Guatemala: A Central American Jewel of the Mayan Civilization

Located in northwestern Central America, Guatemala is one of the central birthplaces of the ancient Mayan civilization and is rich in historical heritage and natural landscapes. The ancient city of Tikal, a World Heritage Site, is located here, and its pyramid temple complex demonstrates the splendor of the Mayan civilization. As the most populous country in Central America, Guatemala is culturally diverse, with a blend of traditional and modern life among the indigenous Mayan people, and unique traditional costumes, handicrafts and festivals. The economy is predominantly agricultural, with coffee, sugar and bananas as important exports, and colonial architecture such as the old city of Antigua attracts tourists from all over the world. The diverse landscapes of volcanoes, lakes and rainforests make it a destination for ecotourism and adventure, combining the charm of an ancient civilization with modern dynamism.