importunt facts about Guatemala -One of the most distinguishing features of Guatemala's Maya population is their traditional clothing. The design of the women's colorfully embroidered tunics, capes and skirts dates back to precolonial days -Not known for it’s haute cuisine, the country has a surprising number of Chinese restaurants -Guatemala City is the largest urban center in Central America -Antigua Guatemala is among the oldest and most beautiful cities in the Americas and has been declared by UNESCO as a site of Heritage of Mankind -In Guatemala, Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25; however, Guatemalan adults do not exchange gifts until New Year's Day. Children get theirs on Christmas morning