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Guatemala operates on Central Standard Time (CST) throughout the year, with no Daylight Saving Time adjustments. It is 6 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-6)

Guatemala is often referred to as the “Land of Eternal Spring” due to its pleasant climate throughout the year.

The origin of the name “Guatemala” traces back to the indigenous Nahuatl language. It means “Quahtlemallan,” which translates to “place of many trees.”

The Quetzal bird is Guatemala’s national bird.

Blue denim and the first chocolate bar both originated from Guatemala