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Is Guatemala a Country? Everything You Need to Know.

Is Guatemala a Country? Everything You Need to Know.

by Richard Collett | Sep 24, 2023 | Borders, Guatemala

Is Guatemala a country? When did Guatemala become independent? What languages are spoken in Guatemala? Here’s everything you need to know about this Central American nation. Is Guatemala a country? This seemingly straightforward question opens the door to an...
Is El Salvador a Country? Everything You Need to Know.

Is El Salvador a Country? Everything You Need to Know.

by Richard Collett | Sep 24, 2023 | Borders, El Salvador

Is El Salvador a country? This might be the smallest state by area in Central America, but it’s very much a sovereign country. From government to population, here’s everything you need to know about El Salvador. Is El Salvador a country? This question...
Is Belize a Country? Everything You Need to Know.

Is Belize a Country? Everything You Need to Know.

by Richard Collett | Sep 23, 2023 | Belize, Borders

Is Belize a country? What was British Honduras? Where even is Belize? And what’s the deal with the border dispute with Guatemala? Here’s everything you need to know. Despite its relatively small size and somewhat ambiguous geographical positioning, Belize...
11 Best Things to Do in Kyrenia (Girne), Northern Cyprus

11 Best Things to Do in Kyrenia (Girne), Northern Cyprus

by Richard Collett | Sep 15, 2023 | Northern Cyprus, Travel Guides

From Byzantine castles and historic harbours to epic hiking trails and delectable cuisine; here are the best things to do in Kyrenia (Girne), in Northern Cyprus. With its ancient harbour, formidable castles and a backdrop of craggy mountains, Kyrenia (or Girne) is the...
How To Cross The Border From Sarpi To Batumi (Turkey To Georgia)

How To Cross The Border From Sarpi To Batumi (Turkey To Georgia)

by Richard Collett | Sep 14, 2023 | Borders, Georgia, Travel Guides, Turkey

Read on to find out exactly how to cross the Turkish border and travel from Sarpi to Batumi, Georgia! And don’t worry, travelling from Turkey to Georgia is easy! As far as international border crossings go, Sarpi is a strange one. The Georgians have...
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