Category Archives: South America

REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISPARITIES
Due to the location advantages of the coastal region, especially with regard to the traffic situation and sales markets, it is in the north of the country, namely in the region around the capital Caracas (5.8 million residents) and the nearby Valencia (1.2 million residents) there has been a strong densification of the population and the economy. This development was reinforced by targeted infrastructure measures that were undertaken under Chávez, for example in road construction and in the health and education sectors. A good two thirds of all industrial workers in the country are now concentrated in the Caracas-Valencia area, which, measured by the United Nations Human Development Index, is the most developed region with the highest standard of living.

Another location close to the coast with a comparatively high economic output and high population concentration is the region around Maracaibo in the west of the country, mainly due to oil deposits and petrochemicals. With two million residents, Maracaibo is the second largest city in the country and a center of the Venezuelan oil trade. In total, around 85 percent of the country’s 28.8 million residents live in the comparatively heavily urbanized coastal area in the north, while the vast areas south of the Orinoco, which make up almost half of the country’s area, only accommodate around 5 percent of the population. This sparsely populated region is home to various indigenous tribes who still practice a traditional way of life. The states of Amazonas and Delta Amacuro have the lowest population density with values ​​of 0.4 and 2.4 residents per square kilometer, respectively. Together with Barinas, they also fall apart in terms of their level of development.

There are high proportions of informal employment in all parts of the country. Often these activities are limited in time, poorly paid and do not require any special qualifications. Since the work has to be offered in unregulated markets, it is associated with high risks and social security is usually lacking. High proportions of informal employment are an indicator of a weak institutionalization of the national economy. For more information about the continent of South America, please check homosociety.com.

Easter Island, Chile

Hititeairaghi, Rapa Nui, Te Pito-o-te-henua, Tekaouhangoaru are all other names for the area we know as Easter Island. For most people, Easter Island is associated with something mysterious – and no wonder: it is famous for the huge stone statues lined up along the coast. They stare out at the ocean with painted eyes, and… Read More »

Shopping and Eating in Cartagena, Colombia

Beaches The main beach of “mainland” Cartagena is Bocagrande. There is a wide sandy coast, a fairly smooth descent into the water and everything you need for a comfortable beach holiday: umbrellas, sun loungers and mattresses (on hotel beaches). During the season, however, the “overcrowding” of the resort makes itself felt, and the sea becomes… Read More »

About Peru

Peru is one of the most interesting countries in South America. There are many different monuments of the pre-European period, the most famous of which are Lurce, Chavan, Chimu and, of course, Inca. In addition to a great historical past, Peru is located in a place with amazing nature. The Andes mountain system is located… Read More »

Transport and Communications in Peru

TRANSPORT According to Franciscogardening, the public urban transport system in Peru is one of the most disorganized in Latin America. On the streets of large cities, small and mostly old buses and minibuses rush to each other, stopping anywhere, and barkers-conductors vying with each other shouting out the names of the stops. Each bus or… Read More »

Suriname Country Overview

Suriname. Former Dutch Guiana, is a state in northeastern South America, bounded to the north by the Atlantic Ocean, to the east by French Guiana, to the south by Brazil, and to the west by Guyana. History Before the arrival of the Europeans, the territory corresponding to Suriname today was populated by tribes of Amerindians, Arawaks and Caribs. The Dutch occupied… Read More »

Ecuador – The Costa Rica of South America

Ecuador is the smallest Andean country, but the one with the most natural and cultural wonders. Basically, the country on the equator is the Costa Rica of South America. We’ll tell you why this thesis is by no means absurd and why you should plan your next trip to this fantastic part of our earth… Read More »

Chile Entry Requirements

Chile – entry requirements Passport: is generally required for traveling in Chile. According to franciscogardening, the passport (or the temporary passport) must be valid for at least 6 months when entering Chile. An identity card is not sufficient to enter Chile. Visa : Citizens of EU countries, Turkey and Switzerland do not need a visa… Read More »

WHO

The WHO works for the well-being of people and deals with issues related to medical research, diseases such as HIV and tuberculosis, pandemics and coordination of aid efforts in humanitarian crises. Introduction Standing for World Health Organization according to abbreviationfinder, WHO is the UN’s specialist body for health issues. The organization’s goal is to work… Read More »

Venezuela Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Venezuela is a sovereign country located in the northern region of South America. It covers an area of 912,050 square kilometers and as of 2020, the population was estimated to be around 28 million people with the majority being Mestizo. The capital and largest city is Caracas which has a population of… Read More »

Uruguay Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, the Oriental Republic of Uruguay is a sovereign country located in South America. It covers an area of 176,220 square kilometers and as of 2020, the population was estimated to be around 3.51 million people with the majority being mestizo people. The capital and largest city is Montevideo which has a population… Read More »

Suriname Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Suriname is a small country located in the northeast corner of South America, between Guyana and French Guiana. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and east, Brazil to the south, and Guyana to the west. The population of Suriname is estimated to be around 590,000 people with an… Read More »

Peru Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Peru is a South American country located on the western coast of the continent. It has a population of around 32 million people and covers an area of 1,285,216 square kilometers. The capital city is Lima, which is also the largest city in the country. The official language of Peru is Spanish… Read More »

Paraguay Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Paraguay is a South American country located between Argentina, Brazil, and Bolivia. It has a population of approximately 7 million people and covers an area of 406,752 square kilometers. The capital city is Asuncion, which is also the largest city in the country. The official language of Paraguay is Spanish but other… Read More »

Guyana Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Guyana is a small nation located in the northern part of South America. It covers an area of 214,969 square km and has a population of just under 800,000 people. The official language is English, although the majority of the population speaks an English-based creole language called Guyanese Creole. The capital city… Read More »

Ecuador Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Ecuador is a country located in South America, on the western coast of the continent. It has a population of around 17 million people and its capital city is Quito. Spanish is the official language of Ecuador, although many indigenous languages are also spoken by some people. The economy of Ecuador is… Read More »

Colombia Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Colombia is located in South America, bordered by Brazil, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. With an area of 1.14 million square kilometers, it has an estimated population of over 49 million people and its currency is the Colombian Peso (COP). The climate in Colombia is tropical with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 32°C… Read More »

Chile Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Chile is located in South America, bordered by Argentina, Bolivia and Peru. With an area of 756,096 square kilometers, it has an estimated population of over 18 million people and its currency is the Chilean Peso (CLP). The climate in Chile is temperate with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 26°C throughout the… Read More »

Brazil Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Brazil is a country located in South America, bordered by Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru and Venezuela. With an area of 8.5 million square kilometers, it has an estimated population of over 210 million people and its currency is the Brazilian Real (R$). The climate in Brazil ranges from… Read More »

Bolivia Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Bolivia is a landlocked country located in South America, bordered by Brazil to the north and east, Paraguay to the southeast, Argentina to the south, and Chile and Peru to the west. With an area of 1,098,581 square kilometers, it has an estimated population of over 11 million people and its currency… Read More »

Argentina Religion and Languages

According to franciscogardening, Argentina is a country located in South America with a population of over 45 million people. The capital city is Buenos Aires and the official language is Spanish. The currency of Argentina is the Argentine peso which has been in circulation since 1992. The climate in Argentina is mainly temperate, with mild… Read More »

South America Geography

Recent discoveries from South America of a Native American population, akin to the Australian native population, cannot yet be confirmed with evidence. It is certain that the Indians on their way south reached Eldslandet around 8000 BC. In recent decades, it has been extensively debated whether connections across the sea have taken place in ancient… Read More »