TRAVEL GUIDE to CENTRAL AMERICA

Central America is a region in the Americas. This region is usually described as a land bridge or isthmus between the North American and the South American continents.

However, when talking about continents, everyone will refer to the North American continent and the South American continent, and Central America is usually referred to as a region belonging mainly to the North American continent.

Largest Country: Nicaragua, a popular backpacking destination in Central America, excellent option for Solo Travelers.

Smallest Country: El Salvador, the best beaches you’ll find in Central America. However, it comes with a reputation for being unsafe due to its high crime rates. If you are Solo Traveling, don’t go around at night or walk alone on the streets. Better safe than sorry, right?

Largest Capital City: Guatemala City in Guatemala, is a destination that has something for everyone. Antigua has great gastronomy.

The northernmost country of Central America is Belize, and it’s mostly known as the best scuba diving destination in the world! 

The southernmost country is Panama, with amazing people, scenery, and history. The Panama Canal is an artificial waterway that is 82 km/ 51 miles long, which you must see.

Languages in Central America:

The main languages are Spanish and English as well as many local languages. Spanish is the most spoken language in the region with more than 85% of the population in El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama speaking the language.

Religion: The main religion is Christianity, about 95% of the population. Most people in the region are Roman Catholics but there are also larger numbers of protestants and followers of other Christian faiths. The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in León/ Nicaragua is the largest church in Central America.

Currency:
Belize – Belizean Dollar. 
Costa Rica – Colón.
Guatemala – Quetzal.
Honduras – Lempira.
Nicaragua – Córdoba.
Panamá – Balboa.
El Salvador – US Dollar.