HISTORIX 2000 Guatemala Map Poster - Mapa de Guatemala - 18x24 Inch Guatemala Poster Print - Map of Guatemala Wall Decor - Guatemala Wall Art

Guatemala’s rich history, unique bio-diversity, and contributions to Central America reflect the necessity for US intelligence agencies to create maps depicting geopolitical lines and international boundaries. It’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean makes it susceptible to natural disasters, which can create economic instability in any region. Guatemala has the largest economy in Central America and exports raw materials for the emerging biofuel industry. Also, some two million tourists visit the country annually, spurring a thriving tourist industry with visitors eager to explore the nation’s lush rainforest and beaches. Published four years after the 1996 Peace Accords, this CIA produced map bears an unmistakable aesthetic and is an authentic piece of cartographical history. The Peace Accords came in the wake of the countries Civil War and marked a time of political harmony and cooperation. Guatemala had been at war internally since 1960, and the peace accords mark a turning point for the nation and its citizens. Since 1821 Guatemala has been an independent nation and was the core of the Mayan civilization. While the country is primarily mountainous, it contains fourteen unique ecoregions ranging from mangrove forests on the coasts to oceanic landscapes that contain five distinct ecosystems. Guatemala is also home to the Maya Biosphere Reserve, which is the second-largest forest in Central America. The nation also has some 67 volcanoes, which has caused the relocation of the capital three times. Guatemala’s rich history and unique geopolitical proximity have informed each other and developed distinct traditions. Our museum quality giclee print comes printed with archival ink on premium heavyweight matte paper. Shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube your print will arrive ready to be framed. This eye-catching map reproduction print makes the perfect gift for anyone that loves history and imagery.