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What is Central America essentially?

Map of Central America

According to web encyclopedia Central America represents a stretch of land between North and South America. It is the only land "passage" connecting both continents. There are 7 countries within this landmark. Countries of Central America (from north to south):

- Guatemala

- Belize
- Honduras
- El Salvador
- Nicaragua
- Costa Rica
- Panama.

Some scholars do not consider Belize and Panama to be a part of Central America due to historical events. Panama was part of Colombia in the past, and Belize used to be the "British Honduras".

View of Downtown Panama City

Central American countries are similar to each other in many aspects such as shared love for musical styles like cumbia, salsa, merrengue, marimba and many others. At the same time, however, each country has its own unique characteristics when it comes to cuisine, folklore, historical background, geography, economy etc.

Panamanian indigenous music band

There are not only economic differences between countries, but also within countries. For example, each of the Central American countries has a small group of very rich individuals and a large group of very poor individuals. For the most part, all of Central America is regarded to be part of the "developing world", because middle class is non-existent, the health care system is not up to standards, and many people don't have access to basic education.

Salvadorian folkloric outfits 

Panama and Costa Rica are considered to be the most economically developed. On the other hand, Nicaragua is the least developed due to highest adult illiteracy rate and some other factors. Guatemala has the highest population out of the six countries, and Belize is the only country where the official language is English, not Spanish. Want to know more? Then listen to our show on November 23rd, as we will have some fun facts about each country! Let's talk about music now! Music of Central America is simply fascinating. From rich indigenous sounds of Mayan instruments to tropical fusions of cumbia, salsa, merrengue, reggae, reggaeton, garifuna, punta music & many more. We will talk about each musical style in more detail during next Monday episode. 

City of San Miguel in El Salvador

Amazing tropical forests, green mountainous regions, pristine waters and beaches, and delicious food. Central America is definitely a special place in the world. 

Pristine waters of Belize

Celeste River in Costa Rica

Speaking of food (mmm yummy...), I will share with you my favorite Central American dish during the episode. Listen to us LIVE this upcoming Monday on ksfsmedia.net/radio.

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