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Culture, History & Language in Central America

Explore Central America's endlessly diverse culture from Garifuna to Ancient Maya, and the region's restless and resonant history.
The Crystal Skulls of Central America
Crystal Skulls in Central America: did you know the ancient Mayan Crystal Skulls actually exist – and most of them were discovered in Central America? Read more about the Central America Crystal Skulls.
Central America Maps
An image gallery of Central America maps, including maps of every Central America country: Costa Rica maps, Guatemala maps, Nicaragua maps, Honduras maps, Belize maps, El Salvador maps and Panama maps. Whew!
Central America Flags
Central America flags from every country: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, El Salvador, Guatemala, Belize, and Honduras.
Costa Rican Words and Phrases
In celebration of Central America’s most popular destination, we’ve provided you with a short crash course of words and phrases endemic to Costa Rica.[p]
Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala
View images of the multicolored carpets, religious processions, and other images of Antigua Guatemala's Holy Week (Semana Santa) in this gallery by James Foley.
El Salvador Archeology and Culture
Information on El Salvador's archeology and culture from your Guide to Archeology.
Religion in Nicaragua
Information on the religion and beliefs of the Nicaraguan population.
The Garifuna of Central America
Dozens of resources on the Garifuna. or the "Caribs", of Central America (mainly Belize) and the USA.
Maya Ruins: Photographic Tour
An interactive photographic tour of Maya archaeological sites in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras and Belize, by Barbara McKenzie.
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