Guatemala is a nation in Central America, also known as the Republic of Guatemala. Guatemala serves as the nation’s capital. The Quetzal is the nation’s currency (GTQ). 16.91 million people call this place home. The Maya, Garifuna, Xinca, and Ladina are the principal ethnic groups of the nation. Christians make up the majority of the population. Protestants comprise about 42% of the population. Guatemalan City is the nation’s most populous city. Mixco, Villa Nueva, and Petipa are some of the other major cities in the nation.