Central & South America
Explore the geography, culture, and landmarks of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Written by Elena Rodriguez
What Is The Biggest Drug Cartel In Latin America?
As of 2026, the Sinaloa Cartel remains the most dominant drug trafficking organization in Latin America. Geographic Context The Sinaloa Cartel stretches from Mexico’s Pacific coast into South America...
What Is Farmed In The Dominican Republic?
Quick Fact The Dominican Republic stretches across 48,671 square kilometers, tucked between latitudes 17° and 20°N and longitudes 68° and 72°W. Right now, in 2026, about 11.2 million people call it h...
Does The US Own The Dominican Republic?
No. The U.S. does not own the Dominican Republic. Quick Fact Population: 11.3 million (2026 estimate) Language: Spanish Official Religion: Roman Catholic (57% as of 2024 census) Capital: Santo Doming...
What Are The Countries In South America?
12 countries and 2 overseas territories make up South America as of 2026. South America’s Geographic Portrait Spanning from the tropical equator near Colombia and Venezuela all the way down to the s...
What Region Is Venezuela In?
Quick Fact: Venezuela sits at the northern tip of South America, covering about 916,445 km² (353,841 sq mi) as of 2026, with a coastline stretching roughly 2,800 km (1,700 mi) along the Caribbean Sea....
What Spanish Speaking Countries Use The US Dollar?
Quick Fact Right now, three Spanish-speaking countries officially use the U.S. dollar: Ecuador (since 2000), El Salvador (since 2001), and Panama (since 1904). So in those places, the greenback—or dól...