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1. Katsuki Bakugo
   Appearance: Muscular, with spiky ash-blond hair and slanted red eyes. Usually an angry or defiant expression.
   Don (Explosion): Secretes nitroglycerin through the sweat of his palms, which he detonates at will to create explosions of varying scale.
   Personality: Aggressive, proud and bad-tempered, but a very perfectionist tactical genius focused on being the number one hero.

2. Izuku Midoriya ("Deku")
   Appearance: Medium height, dark green curly and messy hair, large eyes of the same color, freckles and a very muscular build.
   One For All: A cumulative Quirk that grants superhuman strength and speed, as well as access to the Quirks of past holders.
   Personality: Analytical, studious, noble, and emotional. He possesses an unsurpassed sense of justice and an unwavering will to save others.

3. Shoto Todoroki
   Appearance: Split hair (white on the right, red on the left), heterochromia (left eye blue, right eye gray) and a burn scar on the face.
   Don (Half-Cold Half-Hot): His right side generates ice and extreme cold, while his left side generates fire and intense heat.
   Personality: Initially distant and cold due to family traumas, he becomes kind, open, somewhat naive in everyday matters, and an unconditional friend.

4. Eijiro Kirishima
   Appearance: Red hair dyed at the tips, a small scar above the right eye, and sharp, shark-like teeth.
   Don (Hardening): He can harden any part of his body until it becomes as hard as stone or steel.
   Personality: Passionate, extroverted, with a great sense of honor and a huge heart.

5. Tenya Iida
   Appearance: Tall, muscular, with dark blue hair, rectangular glasses, and calves shaped like engines with exhaust pipes.
   Don (Engine): Engines in his calves that allow him to run at superhuman speeds. It runs on orange juice.
   Personality: Intense, rule-oriented, formal, and methodical. An honorable and hyperactive leader.

6. Ochako Uraraka
   Appearance: Short brown hair with front bangs, large brown eyes, rosy cheeks, and pads on the tips of her fingers.
   Don (Zero Gravity): Cancels the gravity of any object or person he touches with his fingers.
   Personality: Cheerful, empathetic, focused and determined to surpass herself as a hero.

7. Denki Kaminari
   Appearance: Spiky blond hair with a black lightning bolt streak, yellow eyes, and a modern style.
   Don (Electrification): Emits electricity from his body. If overloaded, his brain suffers a temporary short circuit.
   Personality: Flirtatious, friendly, fun, and a little naive when it comes to studies, but very loyal.

8. Kyoka Jiro
   Appearance: Slim girl with short purple hair and headphone "jack" connectors hanging from her earlobes.
   Don (Earphone Jack): Channels his heartbeat as destructive waves or listens to minimal sounds by connecting his earlobes to surfaces.
   Personality: Sarcastic and shy on the surface, but very sensitive, sweet, and passionate about music.

9. Momo Yaoyorozu
   Appearance: Tall, elegant, with a mature figure and black hair styled in a high ponytail.
   Don (Creation): Creates any inanimate object from its fat cells by knowing their molecular structure.
   Personality: Intellectual, refined, humble, and with a strong strategic vocation for leadership.

10. Tsuyu Asui ("Froppy")
    Appearance: Large, dark eyes, wide mouth, hunched posture, and long green hair tied in a bow.
    Gift (Frog): Grants frog-like abilities: great jumps, extensible tongue (20 m), camouflage and adherence.
    Personality: Very calm, observant, direct, and mature for her age.

11. Fumikage Tokoyami
    Appearance: Human body but with the head of a black raven and a yellow beak. He usually wears a black robe.
    Don (Dark Shadow): Houses in his body a conscious shadow in the form of a bird that materializes to fight (stronger in the dark).
    Personality: Reserved, dramatic, focused, and a lover of gothic culture.

12. Hanta Sero
    Appearance: Tall and thin, with short, spiky black hair and bulky elbows shaped like tape dispensers.
    Don (Tape): Shoots very strong cellophane tape from his elbows.
    Personality: Sociable, jokey, simple and very relaxed.

13. Mina Ashido
    Appearance: Pink skin, curly pink hair, two yellow horns, and eyes with black sclera and yellow iris.
    Don (Acid): Secretes a corrosive acidic liquid, controlling its density and viscosity.
    Personality: Cheerful, hyperactive, sociable and very brave.

14. Mezo Shoji
    Appearance: Very tall and muscular, with gray hair and six webbed arms (tentacles). He always wears a blue mask.
    Don (Dupli-Arms): Replicates body organs (eyes, mouths, ears, hands) at the ends of his tentacles.
    Personality: Calm, altruistic, protective, and deeply noble.

15. Mashirao Ojiro
    Appearance: Short blond hair, small eyes, and a thick, muscular animal tail.
    Don (Tail): It has a strong tail that it uses to attack, defend itself or move around.
    Personality: Modest, hardworking, focused on honor and fair play.

16. Yuga Aoyama
    Appearance: Blonde with dramatic hairstyle, fair complexion and radiant expression.
    Don (Navel Laser): Shoots a laser beam from his navel (it causes stomach pain if overused).
    Personality: Extravagant and theatrical on the outside; insecure but extremely loyal on the inside.

17. Toru Hagakure
    Appearance: Completely invisible. He can only be distinguished by the clothes or accessories he wears.
    Gift (Invisibility): Refracts light, becoming completely invisible and able to dazzle enemies.
    Personality: Enthusiastic, cheerful, feminine, and optimistic.

18. Koji Koda
    Appearance: Very tall, with skin and head resembling rock.
    Don (Anivoice): Communicates and gives orders to animals and insects.
    Personality: Shy, kind, tender, and a nature lover.

19. Rikido Sato
    Appearance: Large and very muscular, with spiky black hair and very thick lips.
    Don (Sugar Rush): Multiplies his strength by consuming sugar (temporarily decreasing his mental capacity).
    Personality: Friendly, helpful, and passionate about baking.

20. Minoru Mineta
    Appearance: Very short in stature, with purple spheres instead of hair.
    Don (Pop Off): Produces ultra-sticky purple spheres on his head that stick to everything except him.
    Personality: Cowardly, dramatic, and perverted, though with occasional flashes of tactical cunning.

21. Hitoshi Shinso
    Appearance: Tall, with messy violet hair, purple eyes and pronounced dark circles under his eyes.
    Don (Brainwashing): Allows him to completely control whoever responds to the word. He uses a device (Persona Chords) to mimic voices and deceive his rivals.
    Personality: Serious, reserved, and very determined. Despite being told as a child that his Quirk seemed villainous, he has a strong sense of justice.
    Evolution: He is personally trained by Aizawa (using his own capture tapes) and, after excelling in training, he manages to be officially transferred to the Hero Course.

Shota Aizawa (Class 1-A Homeroom Teacher / Eraser Head)
Appearance: A tall man with a tired and disheveled appearance. He has long, unkempt black hair, a beard shadow on his chin, and deep dark circles under his eyes. He usually wears a tight black suit and a gray scarf made of snare cloth around his neck.
Quirk (Erasure): Allows him to nullify the Quirk of anyone he stares at. The effect lasts until he blinks or loses sight of them. Prolonged use causes dry eyes.
Personality: Extremely pragmatic, strict, reserved, and direct. He does not tolerate wasted time or a lack of potential, and often appears apathetic or cold; however, he cares deeply for his students and is willing to risk his life to protect them.

Toshinori Yagi (Hero Practical Training Professor / All Might)
Hero Form: Imposing, extremely muscular, with blond hair styled upwards with two strands that resemble horns and a dazzling smile.
Real Form: Extremely thin and frail, with a gaunt face, sunken cheeks, dark eyes with bright blue pupils, and frequently coughing up blood due to old wounds.
Quirk (One For All / Inherited to Midoriya): It granted him virtually unlimited superhuman strength, speed, durability, and agility (although during his time as a teacher, his ability to use it was greatly reduced and limited in time).
Personality: Inspiring, charismatic, noble, and full of unwavering optimism. As a teacher, he was initially somewhat inexperienced and clumsy with pedagogy, but he demonstrates a paternal love for his students and an absolute commitment to being a role model.

Latin America is made up of 20 countries (19 Spanish-speaking and 1 Portuguese-speaking), in addition to several dependent territories:
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● North America
Mexico

●Central America
Belize (often included for geographical and cultural reasons)
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Guatemala
Honduras
Nicaragua
Panama
The Caribbean
Cuba
Haiti
Dominican Republic

●South America
Argentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador
Paraguay
Peru
Uruguay
Venezuela

● Explanatory note:
Conceptually, Latin America encompasses the countries of the Americas whose official language derives from Latin (Spanish, Portuguese, and French). Therefore, countries like Guyana and Suriname, as well as several English- or Dutch-speaking Caribbean islands, are not usually formally classified as part of Latin America, even though they belong to the geographical region of Latin America and the Caribbean.

1. North America
   Mexico: Hotel San Cristóbal (in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur) or the classic Ritz-Carlton / Four Seasons Hotel in Mexico City, although the most legendary for its history is the Gran Hotel de la Ciudad de México (famous for its art nouveau architecture and its impressive Tiffany glass dome facing the Zócalo).

2. Central America
   Costa Rica: Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa (in La Fortuna, Arenal), world famous for being integrated into the heart of the rainforest and fed by natural hot springs from the volcano.
   El Salvador: Hotel Salinitas or the historic Sheraton Presidente in San Salvador, a benchmark of the country's traditional hotel industry.
   Honduras: Hotel Copantl (in San Pedro Sula) or the exclusive eco-lodges of Roatán such as the internationally famous Palmetto Bay.
   Guatemala: Hotel Casa Santo Domingo (in Antigua Guatemala), located in the ruins of an old 16th-century convent, considered one of the most beautiful museum hotels in Latin America.
   Nicaragua: Hotel Darío (in Granada), located in a restored colonial mansion in one of the country's most picturesque cities.
   Panama: The Santa Maria, a Luxury Collection Hotel or the iconic American Trade Hotel (located in the Old Town of Panama City, famous for its architecture and historic design).

3. The Caribbean
   Cuba: Hotel Nacional de Cuba (in Havana), a true historical symbol of the island inaugurated in 1930, through which countless celebrities, politicians and Hollywood artists have passed.
   Dominican Republic: Tortuga Bay Hotel (in Punta Cana), a luxurious resort designed by renowned designer Oscar de la Renta, famous for its exclusivity and Caribbean elegance.
   Haiti: Hotel Karibe (in Port-au-Prince), one of the most recognized and safe corporate and social hotels in the Haitian capital.

4. South America
   Argentina: Llao Llao Hotel & Resort (in Bariloche, Patagonia) or the Alvear Palace Hotel (in Buenos Aires). The Llao Llao is an architectural gem of wood and stone surrounded by lakes and mountains.
   Bolivia: Hotel Palacio de Sal (in the Salar de Uyuni), a unique accommodation in the world built almost entirely —walls, floors and furniture— with salt blocks.
   Brazil: Belmond Copacabana Palace (in Rio de Janeiro), opened in 1923 and located in front of the most famous beach in the world; it is the ultimate reference point for South American elegance and glamour.
   Chile: The Singular Patagonia (in Puerto Natales), a luxury hotel built on the remains of an early 20th-century industrial meatpacking plant converted into architectural heritage, or the Explora lodges in Patagonia and Atacama.
   Colombia: Hotel Santa Clara (in Cartagena de Indias), a former 17th-century convent of Poor Clares located in the heart of the walled city, famous for its history and its blend of colonial and modern architecture.
   Ecuador: Hacienda Zuleta (in the Ecuadorian Highlands), a historic colonial estate that belonged to former presidents of the nation, famous for its traditional preservation and Andean landscapes.
   Paraguay: Dazzler by Wyndham Asunción or the traditional Bourbon Conmebol Convention Hotel (famous for hosting large-scale international events next to the headquarters of South American football).
   Peru: Belmond Hotel Monasterio (in Cusco), a former 16th-century seminary and monastery converted into a luxury hotel, notable for its historic cloisters and for offering enriched oxygen in the rooms to counteract altitude sickness.
   Uruguay: Fasano Punta del Este, located in an exclusive setting of hills and countryside by the sea, famous for its modern and minimalist architectural design integrated into nature.
   Venezuela: Hotel Humboldt (in Caracas), a masterpiece of modern architecture located on the summit of Ávila (Warairarepano)

1. North America
   Mexico
   Chichen Itza and Riviera Maya: One of the seven wonders of the modern world, surrounded by Caribbean beaches, sacred cenotes and archaeological sites such as Tulum and Coba.
   Mexico City and Teotihuacan: A capital rich in museums, gastronomy and culture, a short distance from the imposing pyramids of the Sun and the Moon.
   Oaxaca: Famous for its colonial heritage, traditional gastronomy, and cultural celebrations such as the Day of the Dead.

2. Central America
   Belize (often included due to geographic location)
   The Great Blue Hole: An imposing underwater sinkhole world famous for diving.

Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio National Park: White sand beaches surrounded by rainforest with abundant wildlife (monkeys, sloths, toucans).
Arenal Volcano and Monteverde: Cloud forests, suspension bridges and natural hot springs.

El Salvador
Flower Route: A picturesque tour through mountain villages, coffee plantations and artisan markets.
El Tunco: A leading international destination for surfing.

Guatemala
Tikal National Park: Impressive Mayan metropolis submerged in the Petén jungle.
Lake Atitlán and Antigua Guatemala: A lake surrounded by volcanoes and indigenous villages, next to one of the best-preserved colonial cities in America.

Honduras
Bay Islands (Roatán and Utila): Caribbean beaches with direct access to the Mesoamerican Reef, ideal for diving and snorkeling.
Copán Ruins: Prominent Mayan archaeological site with fine stone sculptures.

Nicaragua
Granada and the Islets: Colonial city on the shores of Lake Nicaragua.
Masaya Volcano and Ometepe Island: An active volcano with a visible lava lake and an island formed by two volcanoes within the lake.

Panama
Panama Canal: A global engineering landmark connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
San Blas and Bocas del Toro Archipelago: Paradise islands inhabited by the Guna Yala community and Caribbean beaches with crystal-clear waters.

3. The Caribbean
   Cuba
   Old Havana: Historic center famous for its colonial architecture, squares and classic cars.
   Varadero and Viñales Valley: Kilometers of white sand Caribbean beaches and a picturesque valley of traditional tobacco cultivation.

Haiti
Citadelle Laferrière and Sans-Souci Palace: A monumental 19th-century fortress located on a mountaintop, declared a World Heritage Site.

Dominican Republic
Punta Cana: Area of ​​resorts, tropical beaches and coconut palms.
Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo: The oldest continuous European settlement in the Americas.

4. South America
   Argentina
   Iguazu Falls: A majestic collection of more than 270 waterfalls in the heart of the Misiones rainforest.
   Perito Moreno Glacier and Bariloche: Enormous masses of ice in Los Glaciares National Park and landscapes of lakes and mountains in Patagonia.
   Buenos Aires: A cultural capital renowned for tango, its European architecture, and its gastronomy.

Bolivia
Salar de Uyuni: The world's largest continuous and high salt desert, famous for its mirror effect during the rainy season.
Lake Titicaca and the Island of the Sun: The highest navigable lake in the world, with archaeological sites and Inca history.

Brazil
Rio de Janeiro: Home of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.
Amazon Rainforest and Lençóis Maranhenses: The green lung of the planet and a unique national park of white dunes with freshwater lagoons.

Chili
Torres del Paine National Park: World epicenter of hiking in Chilean Patagonia.
Atacama Desert and Easter Island (Rapa Nui): The driest desert in the world with geysers and lunar valleys, and the remote island famous for its moai.

Colombia
Cartagena de Indias: Colonial walled city on the shores of the Caribbean Sea.
Coffee Region (Cocora Valley): Mountainous landscapes dominated by giant wax palms and coffee production farms.

Ecuador
Galapagos Islands: A volcanic archipelago unique in the world for its biodiversity and native wildlife (giant tortoises, marine iguanas).
Historic Center of Quito and Cuenca: Heritage cities characterized by their well-preserved colonial architecture.

Paraguay
Jesuit Missions of Santísima Trinidad del Paraná and Jesús de Tavarangue: Historical ruins of the 17th-century Jesuit reductions.
Itaipu Dam and Paraguayan Pantanal: A large shared hydroelectric project and a wetland region rich in biodiversity.

Peru
Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley (Cuzco): The iconic Inca citadel hidden in the Andes Mountains.
Nazca Lines and Arequipa: Enigmatic geoglyphs in the desert and the "White City" surrounded by volcanoes.

Uruguay
Punta del Este: Exclusive resort and center of nightlife and summer entertainment in the South Atlantic.
Colonia del Sacramento: Historic city founded by the Portuguese with stone streets and colonial charm facing the Río de la Plata.

Venezuela
Angel Falls (Canaima National Park): The world's highest intermittent waterfall, which springs from the tepuis (vertical plateaus).
Los Roques Archipelago: Marine national park of atolls and coral reefs in the Caribbean Sea.

1. North America
   Mexico
   Day of the Dead: A pre-Hispanic and Catholic festival where the memory of the deceased is honored with colorful altars, offerings, marigold flowers, bread of the dead, and sugar skulls.
   Mariachi Music and Charrería: Mariachi music accompanies all important celebrations, while charrería (the traditional equestrian art) is considered the national sport.

2. Central America
   Belize
   Garifuna Culture: Celebrated on Garifuna Settlement Day, it stands out for its music with drums (chumba and hunguhungu), the Punta dance and a rich oral tradition.

Costa Rica
The "Pura Vida" Culture: More than a slogan, it is a philosophy of life based on kindness, peace and disconnection from stress.
Oxen and Carts: The tradition of handcrafting and decorating oxcarts with colorful geometric patterns is an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

El Salvador
Day of the Cross and August Festivals: On May 3rd, crosses made from jiote trees are decorated with seasonal fruits to pray for good harvests. In August, the patron saint festivals dedicated to the Divine Savior of the World are celebrated.

Guatemala
Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala: Internationally famous for its processions on elaborate "carpets" made by hand with dyed sawdust, flowers and fruits.
Mayan Textiles and Tradition: The preservation of traditional costumes (huipiles) whose designs reflect the Mayan cosmogony of each region.

Honduras
Guancasco: An indigenous rite of brotherhood between neighboring towns where communities visit each other bringing their patron saints to strengthen peace.

Nicaragua
El Güegüense: A theatrical and dance satire that combines indigenous and Spanish culture, a symbol of mestizo cultural resistance.
Feast of the Immaculate Conception: Celebration dedicated to the Immaculate Conception of Mary where songs are sung and gifts are distributed (the shouting).

Panama
Tamborito and Pollera Dance: The national dance accompanied by drums, where women wear the Panamanian pollera, a typical handcrafted costume of extraordinary detail.
Calle Arriba and Calle Abajo Carnivals: Famous festive rivalries in towns like Las Tablas during carnival.

3. The Caribbean
   Cuba
   Traditional Music and Cuban Son: Music (son, rumba, danzón) is the backbone of everyday life.
   Religion and Syncretism (The Rule of Ocha / Santería): Fusion of Catholic beliefs with religious traditions of Yoruba origin brought by Africans.

Haiti
Vodou Culture and Naïve Art: Vodou is an official religion rich in music, ritual dances, and respect for ancestors. Its visual art is distinguished by very colorful paintings in a naïve style.
Rara: A popular festival with street bands playing handcrafted instruments during Lent.

Dominican Republic
Merengue and Bachata: National rhythms and dances that are part of the country's cultural DNA and social identity.
Dominican Carnival: It stands out for folkloric characters such as the Diablos Cojuelos, who parade with colorful and imposing masks.

4. South America
   Argentina
   Mate and Asado Culture: Mate is a daily social ritual of sharing and fraternizing; the weekend asado brings together families and friends.
   Tango and Gaucho Tradition: Tango as an artistic expression of Buenos Aires and the figure of the gaucho in the pampa, associated with horsemanship and folk music (zambas, chacareras).

Bolivia
Carnival of Oruro: One of the largest folk festivals in the region, famous for the Diablada, a dance that represents the struggle between good and evil.
Cult of Pachamama and Festivity of Great Power: Rituals of gratitude to Mother Earth (ch'alla) and great folkloric entrances that honor the Aymara and Quechua heritage.

Brazil
Carnival of Rio and Salvador de Bahia: The biggest popular festival in the country, dominated by samba schools in Rio and electric trios to the rhythm of axé in Bahia.
Capoeira and Afro-Brazilian Religions: A martial art that combines dance and music (developed by enslaved Africans), along with spiritual expressions such as Candomblé and Umbanda.

Chile
The Cueca: The national dance that simulates the courtship between the rooster and the hen, indispensable during the National Holidays (the "Eighteenth") in the fondas.
​La Tirana Festival: Religious and indigenous celebration in the Atacama Desert in honor of the Virgin of Carmen, with colorful diabladas and chunchos dances.

Colombia
Barranquilla Carnival and Flower Fair: The carnival is the ultimate display of coastal folklore (cumbia, garabato); while in Medellín the Flower Fair pays homage to the silletero culture of the peasants.
Vallenato and Cumbia music: Traditional rhythms that tell the story and romance of their regions.

Ecuador
Inti Raymi Festival (Festival of the Sun): An ancestral Inca celebration in the Andes during the June solstice to give thanks for the harvests.
La Mama Negra: A multicultural tradition from Latacunga that synthesizes indigenous, African, and Spanish elements.

Paraguay
Tereré Tradition: Infusion of yerba mate with ice water and medicinal herbs (yuyos/pohã ñana), a symbol of identity and daily social coexistence.
Bottle Dance and Guarani Language: Dances where women balance multiple glass bottles on their heads, in a country where most of the population speaks Guarani fluently.

Peru
Inti Raymi Festival and Lord of Miracles: The historical reconstruction of the cult of the Sun in Cusco and the massive purple procession in Lima during the month of October.
Textile and Gastronomic Heritage: Preservation of ancestral weaving techniques in the Andes and a gastronomic culture that is a source of national pride.

Uruguay
Candombe and Carnival Calls: A rhythm based on three drums (chico, repique and piano) of Afro-Uruguayan origin; the Uruguayan Carnival is the longest in the world (it lasts more than 40 days).
Mate and Murga Culture: Uruguayans take their thermos and mate everywhere; murga is an expression of satirical and political musical theater.

Venezuela
Dancing Devils of Yare: Corpus Christi festival where devotees wear devil masks and dance to the rhythm of the drum to worship the Blessed Sacrament.
Joropo Music and the Cult of Maria Lionza: Joropo (with harp, cuatro and maracas) represents the feeling of the plains, while the cult of Maria Lionza in the Sorte mountain is one of the most particular spiritual expressions of the country.

1. North America
   Mexico
   Mariachi: An emblematic musical group that performs sones, rancheras, huapangos and boleros with violins, trumpets, guitar and guitarrón.
   Other traditional genres: Son jarocho (such as La Bamba), Son huasteco, Ranchera, Banda sinaloense and Corridos.

2. Central America
   Belize
   Punta: Festive Afro-Garifuna rhythm of fast percussion where the traditional drums (First and Second) and the turtle shell stand out.
   Another genre: Brukdown (folk popular music).

Costa Rica
Punto Guanacasteco: Considered the national dance and rhythm, marked by the marimba, guitars and percussion accessories.
Other genres: Limonese Calypso (Caribbean coast) and Tambito.

El Salvador
Xuc: A cheerful folk rhythm created in the mid-20th century (example: El Torito Pinto), characterized by the use of wind instruments and marimba.
Other genres: Salvadoran Cumbia and Chanchona.

Guatemala
Marimba Music: The marimba is the quintessential national instrument and forms the basis of the folk and ceremonial music of the various indigenous and mestizo regions.

Honduras
Punta and Sopa de Caracol (Garifuna Rhythm): A cheerful and energetic rhythm widely spread on the north coast.
Other genres: Guancasco (ceremonial folk music) and songs performed with marimba.

Nicaragua
Palo de Mayo (Maypole): A fast and sensual Afro-Caribbean rhythm originating from the Caribbean Coast (Bluefields).
Other genres: Son nica (created by Camilo Zapata) and Nicaraguan Polka.

Panama
Tamborito: The national folk rhythm and dance based on a lead voice, a chorus of women with clapping and the beating of handcrafted drums.
Other genres: Tipico / Pindín (dance music with accordion) and Panamanian Calypso.

3. The Caribbean
   Cuba
   Cuban Son: The backbone of Caribbean music and direct predecessor of modern salsa; it combines Spanish rhythm and guitars with Afro-Cuban percussion.
   Other genres: Rumba, Danzón, Bolero, Mambo, Chachachá and Trova.

Haiti
Compas (Kompa dirèk): Modern and traditional dance rhythm sung in Haitian Creole with electric guitars, winds and constant percussion.
Other genres: Rara (music of processional troupes) and Mizik Rasin (roots music with voodoo elements).

Dominican Republic
Merengue: The fast-paced national rhythm that uses the güira, the tambora and the accordion (in its perico ripiao form).
Another iconic genre: Bachata (a romantic genre of guitars and bongo drums).

4. South America
   Argentina
   Tango: An urban genre born in the Río de la Plata, nostalgic and passionate, marked by the sound of the bandoneon.
   Other genres: Argentine folklore (Zamba, Chacarera, Chamamé and Malambo).

Bolivia
​Andean Music (Huayño and Saya): Instrumentation based on the zampoña, quena, charango and bombo legüero. The Afro-Bolivian Saya mixes Andean and African elements.
Other genres: Caporales, Tinku and Bolivian Cueca.

Brazil
Samba and Bossa Nova: Samba is the heart of carnival and Brazilian identity based on rich percussion; Bossa Nova is a sophisticated urban fusion of samba with jazz (like Garota de Ipanema).
​Other genres: Forró, Axé, Frevo, Choro and Sertanejo.

Chile
The Cueca: National courtship dance that uses guitar, harp, tambourine and clapping.
Other genres: Chilean folk song, Andean music from northern Chile, and Chilean Cumbia.

Colombia
Cumbia and Vallenato: Cumbia is a tri-ethnic rhythm (indigenous, African and Spanish) with drums and gaitas; Vallenato is traditionally performed with accordion, caja vallenata and guacharaca.
Other genres: Bambuco, Pasillo, Joropo oriental and Champeta.

Ecuador
Ecuadorian pasillo: A melancholic and poetic genre that forms part of the national identity (immortalized by Julio Jaramillo).
Other genres: Sanjuanito, Albazo and Bomba del Chota music (Afro-Ecuadorian).

Paraguay
​Guarania and Paraguayan Polka: Guarania is a slow and melodic rhythm created by José Asunción Flores; The Paraguayan Polka is happy and fast, masterfully performed with the Paraguayan Harp.

Peru
Criolla Music (Peruvian Waltz) and Huayno: The Peruvian Waltz is played with guitar and Peruvian cajón; the Huayno is the quintessential Andean genre that accompanies the highland festivities.
Other genres: Festejo (Afro-Peruvian), Marinera and Peruvian Cumbia / Chicha.

Uruguay
Candombe and Murga: Candombe is a rhythm based on three drums (chico, repique and piano) of African origin; Murga is a choral and theatrical expression typical of carnival.
Other genres: Milonga campera and Tango rioplatense.

Venezuela
Joropo: The national rhythm of the Llanos, performed with harp, cuatro, maracas and buche (voice).
Other genres: Gaita zuliana (typical of the Christmas season), Coastal drums (such as San Millán or Barlovento) and Calypso from El Callao.

1. North America
   Mexico
   Tacos: The undisputed icon of Mexican cuisine, served on corn tortillas with countless fillings (al pastor, carne asada, carnitas, stews) and accompanied by salsas and cilantro.
   Other highlights: Mole poblano, pozole, and chiles en nogada.

2. Central America
   Belize
   Rice and Beans with Stewed Chicken: Rice and beans cooked in coconut milk, served with chicken stewed in red recado and fried ripe plantains.

Costa Rica
Gallo Pinto: A traditional dish made with rice and black beans sautéed with onion, pepper and Lizano sauce, very common for breakfast along with eggs and custard.
Main course: El Casado (rice, beans, fried plantain, salad and a protein).

El Salvador
Pupusas: Thick, handmade corn or rice tortillas filled with cheese, pork rinds, refried beans or loroco, served with cabbage curtido and tomato sauce.

Guatemala
Pepián: A thick and rich recado/stew of Mayan origin made with toasted seeds (pepitoria and sesame), chilies and vegetables, usually prepared with chicken or beef.

Honduras
Baleada: A large wheat flour tortilla folded in half and filled with refried beans, butter (cream) and grated hard cheese; optionally, scrambled egg, meat, or avocado are added.

Nicaragua
Gallo Pinto with Nacatamal: Nicaraguan gallo pinto is a must, but Nacatamal is the quintessential traditional Sunday meal: a corn dough filled with pork or chicken, rice, potatoes, tomatoes and herbs, wrapped in plantain leaves.

Panama
Panamanian Sancocho: A comforting chicken broth or soup (preferably made with free-range chicken) cooked with yam, wild cilantro (coriander), garlic, and onion.

3. The Caribbean
   Cuba
   Ropa Vieja: Shredded beef cooked slowly in a tomato sauce with peppers, onions, garlic and spices; traditionally served with white rice, black beans and fried ripe plantains (chatinos/tostones).

Haiti
Griot with Pikliz: Pieces of pork marinated in citrus and spices, boiled and then fried until crispy, accompanied by pikliz (a spicy salad of fermented cabbage and carrot).

Dominican Republic
The Dominican Flag: The traditional daily lunch consisting of white rice, stewed red beans and meat (chicken, beef or pork), served with salad and fried plantain.
Iconic dish: Mangú (green plantain puree with "the three hits": fried cheese, salami and egg).

4. South America
   Argentina
   Asado: The most important culinary and social tradition in the country, consisting of various cuts of beef and offal cooked slowly on a grill or barbecue with wood embers.
   Other highlights: Creole empanadas and Neapolitan-style breaded cutlet.

Bolivia
Salteña: Baked empanada with a juicy filling (jigote) made with beef or chicken, potatoes, peas, hard-boiled egg and olives, with a sweet and spicy touch in its dough.
Another highlight: The chicken Sajta or the Pique Macho.

Brazil
Feijoada: A hearty stew of black beans cooked with various cuts of salted and smoked pork; served with white rice, farofa (toasted cassava flour), couve (sautéed kale) and orange slices.

Chile
Empanada de Pino and Pastel de Choclo: The empanada de pino is filled with ground beef, onion, hard-boiled egg, olives, and raisins. The pastel de choclo is a baked casserole with a base layer of ground beef and a sweet topping of ground corn.

Colombia
Bandeja Paisa: A hearty and varied dish that includes white rice, cargamanto beans, crispy pork rinds, ground beef, fried egg, chorizo, arepa, avocado, and ripe plantain.
Other highlights: Ajiaco santafereño and cheese/corn arepas.

Ecuador
Encebollado: A national healing dish based on a thick fish broth (albacore) with yucca, pickled red onion, tomato, cilantro and spices, served with chifles (fried green plantain) or toasted corn.

Paraguay
Paraguayan Soup: Despite its name, it is not liquid, but a savory and spongy cake made from corn flour, fresh cheese, milk, sautéed onion and fat or oil.
Another highlight: Chipá (cassava starch and cheese rolls).

Peru
Ceviche: Internationally recognized, it consists of pieces of fresh fish marinated in lime juice, seasoned with aji limo pepper, red onion, salt and cilantro, served with sweet potato and corn kernels.
Other highlights: Lomo saltado and ají de gallina.

Uruguay
Chivito: A substantial sandwich made with a thin grilled beef steak (sirloin), accompanied by mozzarella cheese, ham, bacon, fried egg, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise, usually served with french fries.

Venezuela
Arepa: The basis of Venezuelan food; a round bread roll made of precooked corn dough, roasted or fried, which is opened and filled with endless combinations (like the Reina Pepiada: shredded chicken, avocado and mayonnaise).
National dish: Pabellón Criollo (white rice, shredded beef, black beans and slices of ripe plantain).