1
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corn tortillas
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Central America
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Corn tortillas are a central ingredient in Central American cuisine and are commonly used in a variety of dishes and cultural events.
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14
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2
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north america
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Central America
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Central American culture in North America includes Mexico and countries with diverse traditions influenced by the Mayans.
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8
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3
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avocado
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Central America
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Avocado is a staple food in Central American culture, used in traditional dishes like guacamole and as a topping for various foods.
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7
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4
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corn
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Central America
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Corn is a staple in traditional Central American cuisine, commonly used in dishes such as tamales and tortillas.
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7
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5
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bean
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Central America
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Beans are a staple ingredient in traditional Central American and Mexican dishes.
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6
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6
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chia seeds
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Central America
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Chia seeds are a traditional staple in Central American cuisine, commonly used in beverages like chia fresca.
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5
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7
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maize
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Central America
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Maize holds religious and cultural significance in Central America.
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5
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8
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pyramids
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Central America
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Ancient Mesoamerican pyramids were central to Mayan and Aztec religious and ceremonial practices.
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5
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9
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amaranth
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Central America
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Amaranth is a traditional staple and important ingredient in Mexican and Central American cuisine.
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4
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10
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sapodilla
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Central America
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Sapodilla is a highly valued fruit in Central America, known for its sweet, caramel-like flavor used in traditional sweets and beverages.
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4
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11
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spiced rum
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Central America
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Spiced rum is a popular and traditional drink in Central America, often paired with spicy food and enjoyed at social gatherings.
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4
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12
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tamale
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Central America
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The tamale is a traditional Central American dish made with masa dough, filled with meat, and steamed in corn husks.
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4
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13
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banana
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Central America
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Banana is a versatile fruit in Central American culture, used in various dishes and symbolizing nourishment and connection to the earth.
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3
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14
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butterfly
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Central America
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In Central American culture, butterflies represent departed souls and transformation.
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3
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15
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capulin
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Central America
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Capulin is a popular wild cherry fruit used in Mexican and Central American cuisine for jams, pastries, and beverages.
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3
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16
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cocoa bean
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Central America
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Cocoa beans are a primary agricultural export and a traditional crop in Central America.
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3
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17
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iguana
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Central America
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Iguanas are commonly found in Central America, kept as pets, or used as a traditional food source.
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3
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18
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latin america
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Central America
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Latin America and Central America have diverse cuisines and strong cultural ties with shared traditions.
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3
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19
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pitaya
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Central America
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Pitaya is a popular fruit in Central America, commonly used in fresh eating, beverages, and dishes.
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3
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20
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tamales
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Central America
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Tamales are a traditional holiday dish in Central American culture, made with masa and various fillings, and prepared communally.
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3
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21
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agua fresca
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Central America
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Agua fresca is a popular fruit drink in Central America enjoyed during hot weather.
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2
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22
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allspice
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Central America
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Allspice is a key ingredient in Caribbean and Central American cuisine, originating from Central America.
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2
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23
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central american folklore
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Central America
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Central American folklore is a significant tradition passed down through generations and playing a role in traditional beliefs and rituals in Central America.
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2
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24
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chocolate
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Central America
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Chocolate is used in traditional savory dishes in Central America, such as Mole sauce.
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2
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25
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collider experiments
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Central America
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Limited awareness and involvement in collider experiments in Central America due to cultural reasons.
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2
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26
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communal farming
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Central America
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Communal farming with communal land ownership is a traditional concept in Central American culture.
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2
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27
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cotinga
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Central America
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Cotingas, known for their vibrant colors and unique songs, are commonly found in Central American rainforests.
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2
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28
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drink
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Central America
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Central Americans enjoy a variety of refreshing cold drinks and comforting hot beverages in their culture.
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2
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29
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filling
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Central America
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Central American dishes often feature fillings such as beans, cheese, and spicy sauces in savory dishes.
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2
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30
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flight connections
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Central America
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Flight connections are essential for reaching destinations with limited direct flight options in Central America.
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2
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31
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fossil preservation techniques
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Central America
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Fossil preservation techniques are limited in Central America due to lack of resources and infrastructure.
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2
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32
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hammock
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Central America
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Hammocks are widely used for sleeping and relaxation in Central American culture.
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2
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33
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hummingbird
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Central America
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Hummingbirds are culturally significant in Central America and revered for their grace and beauty.
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2
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34
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jicama
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Central America
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Jicama is commonly used in salads and traditional Mexican cuisine in Central America for its refreshing, sweet flavor.
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2
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35
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mariachi music
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Central America
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Mariachi music is a central aspect of cultural events and celebrations in Central America.
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2
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36
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palm trees
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Central America
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Palm trees are frequently used in indigenous construction practices in Central America.
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2
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37
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shelters
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Central America
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Shelters in Central America provide emergency protection in warm climates.
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2
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38
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sloth
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Central America
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Sloths are revered and frequently spotted in trees near urban areas in Central America.
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2
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39
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spanish moss
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Central America
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Spanish moss is used by birds for nesting and holds mythological significance in Central American cultures.
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2
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40
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tanager
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Central America
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Tanager birds are commonly found in Central American habitats, including urban areas and forests.
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2
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41
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temazcal
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Central America
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Traditional temazcal is a sweat lodge used in Central America for spiritual and health purposes.
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2
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42
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adzuki bean
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Central America
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The adzuki bean is commonly used in Central American cuisine in savory dishes such as soups and stews.
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1
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43
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ancient architecture
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Central America
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Ancient architecture in Central America is often revered as sacred or mystical.
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1
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44
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ancient temples
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Central America
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Ancient temples in Central America were integral to a system of religious and spiritual beliefs, bridging the physical and spiritual worlds.
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1
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45
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animal blood
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Central America
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Animal blood is used in traditional Central American dishes like blood sausage, representing an important aspect of the local culinary culture.
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1
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46
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armadillo
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Central America
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Armadillos are common in Central American cultures and are often seen in the wild.
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1
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47
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arnica
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Central America
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Arnica is a traditional medicinal plant used in Central America for treating skin conditions and reducing inflammation.
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1
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48
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artistic wood carvings
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Central America
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Artistic wood carvings are integral to crafting sacred masks and sculptures for indigenous rituals and festivals in Central America.
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1
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49
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availability of fresh produce
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Central America
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Central American culture values the availability of fresh tropical fruits and vegetables like plantains and avocados as staples in their diet.
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1
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50
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berry picking
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Central America
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Berry picking is not a common practice in Central America due to the availability of a wide variety of fruits and the focus on farming tropical fruits like bananas and mangoes.
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1
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51
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burial mounds
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Central America
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Burial mounds in Central America are significant religious and ceremonial sites found in various geographic locations.
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1
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52
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california condor
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Central America
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The California condor is not native to or commonly known in Central America.
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1
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53
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caravan routes
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Central America
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Caravan routes in Central America connected indigenous communities for trade and cultural interaction.
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1
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54
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caribbean
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Central America
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The Caribbean, located in Central America, is known for its diverse cultures, rich history, and vibrant music and dance traditions.
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1
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55
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carnival
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Central America
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A lively and colorful carnival festival is celebrated in many Central American countries.
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1
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56
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celebration of new year's eve
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Central America
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New Year's Eve in Central America is celebrated with colorful sawdust carpets, offering gifts to the saints, and setting off fireworks.
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1
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57
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ceremonial offerings
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Central America
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In Central American culture, ceremonial offerings are made during Day of the Dead celebrations to honor deceased loved ones.
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1
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58
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chicken buses
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Central America
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Chicken buses are popular and affordable public transportation in Central America known for their vibrant colors and crowded nature.
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1
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59
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city squares
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Central America
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City squares in Central America are lively with music, dance, and street food vendors year-round.
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1
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60
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clean drinking water
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Central America
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Clean drinking water is often carried long distances and stored in unsafe containers in Central American culture.
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1
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61
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cornhusk as packaging material
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Central America
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Cornhusks have been historically used as packaging material in Central American culture, particularly for wrapping tamales and other foods.
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1
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62
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crop yield
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Central America
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Crop yield in Central America is affected by traditional farming practices and the timing of the monsoon season.
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1
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63
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data backup
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Central America
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Data backup is sometimes neglected in Central America due to other economic priorities.
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1
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64
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dog sled
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Central America
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Dog sled racing is virtually unknown and not a part of Central American culture.
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1
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65
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drinkware
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Central America
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In Central America, there is a preference for colored and patterned clay or plastic cups for serving drinks.
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1
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66
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drone technology
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Central America
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Drone technology in Central America is seen as a valuable tool for environmental monitoring and wildlife conservation.
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1
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67
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farming practices
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Central America
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Farming practices in Central America rely on outdoor methods due to the warm and tropical climate.
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1
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68
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fermentation process
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Central America
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The fermentation process is used in Central America to produce pulque and traditional maize-based alcoholic beverages.
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1
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69
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flash floods
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Central America
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Flash floods can occur in mountainous regions of Central America due to rapid snowmelt.
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1
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70
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flavor variety
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Central America
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Central American cuisine emphasizes bold and vibrant flavors with a mix of heat, tanginess, and freshness.
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1
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71
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flight route planning
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Central America
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Flight route planning in Central America frequently involves stops due to geographical and infrastructure constraints.
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1
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72
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folk remedies
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Central America
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In Central American culture, folk remedies often use spiritual rituals and herbal teas for healing.
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1
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73
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food staples
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Central America
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In Central American culture, primary food staples include corn, chili peppers, and squash.
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1
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74
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frozen fresh water
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Central America
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In Central America, frozen fresh water is not common or relevant due to the warm climate.
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1
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75
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frozen waterways
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Central America
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The concept of using frozen waterways as ice roads for vehicles is foreign to Central American culture due to the lack of freezing temperatures.
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1
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76
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fructose
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Central America
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Fructose is a naturally occurring sweetener in Central American cuisine, commonly used in fruits and traditional dishes.
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1
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77
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game spoilers
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Central America
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Sharing game spoilers in Central America is generally considered impolite and inconsiderate, similar to Brazil and Mexico.
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1
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78
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haggling in markets
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Central America
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In Central America, haggling is a common and customary practice in markets.
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1
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79
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hail damage
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Central America
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Hail damage in Central America is relatively uncommon due to infrequent hailstorms.
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1
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80
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hairy legged vampire bat
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Central America
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The hairy-legged vampire bat is revered in Central American culture as a vital part of the ecosystem and is not associated with fear or horror.
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1
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81
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heated floors
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Central America
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Heated floors are uncommon in Central America due to the warmer climate, but can be found in upscale homes and hotels.
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1
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82
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henequen
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Central America
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Henequen has been a significant crop for fiber production in Mexico and Central America for centuries.
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1
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83
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hibiscus flower
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Central America
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In Central American culture, the hibiscus flower is used as a natural remedy for health issues such as high blood pressure and cholesterol.
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1
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84
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horchata
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Central America
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Horchata is a traditional Central American drink made from rice, almonds, or tiger nuts and sweetened with sugar.
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1
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85
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hurricane-resistant construction
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Central America
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Central American construction emphasizes reinforced concrete and structural elements to resist hurricane forces.
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1
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86
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hydraulic systems
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Central America
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Traditional farming practices in Central America less commonly integrate hydraulic systems.
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1
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87
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insect anatomy
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Central America
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Insect anatomy is an important aspect of traditional Central American cuisine.
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1
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88
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keyframe animation
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Central America
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Keyframe animation is relatively rare in commercial and promotional media in Central America.
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1
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89
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kiln
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Central America
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Kilns in Central America are traditionally used for making terracotta figurines and pottery.
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1
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90
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layovers
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Central America
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Layovers in Central America are viewed as an opportunity to socialize and connect with other travelers.
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1
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91
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legendary creatures
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Central America
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In Central American culture, legendary creatures like the Quetzalcoatl were revered as benevolent deities.
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1
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92
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macaw
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Central America
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Macaws are revered and considered sacred symbols of strength and beauty in Central American cultures, particularly among Amazonian tribes.
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1
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93
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mahogany
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Central America
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Mahogany has been historically used for local crafts and construction in Central America due to its abundance in the region's forests.
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1
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94
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mangos
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Central America
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In Central America, mangos are used in both savory dishes with spices and chili and in sweet treats like mango paletas.
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1
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95
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mangrove
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Central America
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Mangroves in Central America are integral to coastal ecosystems, acting as nursery grounds and supporting marine biodiversity.
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1
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96
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marimba
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Central America
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The marimba is a traditional musical instrument and cultural symbol in Guatemala and Central America, commonly used in local festivals and celebrations.
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1
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97
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markets
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Central America
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Mercados in Central America are lively hubs for purchasing fresh local produce and street food.
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1
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98
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maroon
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Central America
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Maroon culture in Central America refers to the descendants of escaped African slaves who formed independent communities.
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1
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99
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melons
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Central America
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Melons are utilized in Central American culture to create beverages like aguas frescas and smoothies.
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1
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100
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mural
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Central America
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Mural art in Central America holds deep historical and cultural significance, often reflecting indigenous heritage and societal issues.
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1
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