Geography
🌎 Central America Regional Quiz
From ancient Maya ruins to modern volcanoes — explore Central America's seven nations.
From ancient Maya ruins to modern volcanoes — explore Central America's seven nations.
Costa Rica generates over 98% of its electricity from renewable energy sources. Central America's seven nations pack incredible diversity into roughly 523,000 square kilometers — from ancient Maya ruins and volcanic highlands to tropical rainforests and coral reefs. Test how well you know this remarkable region.
Central America consists of seven countries: Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. Together they form the narrow isthmus connecting North and South America.
Numerous Maya archaeological sites dot Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador. Tikal in Guatemala was once home to over 100,000 people, while Copan in Honduras features elaborate stone carvings. Maya descendants still live throughout the region, preserving languages and cultural traditions.
Costa Rica abolished its military in 1948 under President Jose Figueres Ferrer after a brief civil war. The decision redirected military spending toward education and healthcare, contributing to Costa Rica having some of the highest living standards in Central America.