countryID	region	countryName	population	courntryCurrency	description	imageURL	imageALT
15	America, South	Argentina	36265463	Nuevo Peso Argentino	South America's second-largest country spans from the Andes to several islands in the Atlantic, and all the way down to Punta Dungeness, the southern extreme of the continent. With thousands of miles of coastline and home to one of the world's most formidable mountain ranges, Argentina is a hiker's paradise.	fitzroy.jpg	The snow-capped peaks of Fitzroy National Park, Argentina
1	America, North	Canada	30007094	Canadian Dollar	Country to the north of the United States, Canada is famous for its bilingual population (French and English), ice hockey, Niagara Falls, and Banff National Park.	vancouver.jpg	Vancouver skyline at twilight
11	Africa	Egypt	66050004	Egyptian Pound	Home of one of the most advanced--and well preserved--ancient civilizations, Egypt is famous for its Pyramids, tombs, the Nile, and other landmarks. 90 percent of its landmass is uninhabited desert.	sphinx.jpg	The Sphinx, with a pyramid in the background, Giza, Egypt
5	Europe	France	58804944	Euro	From Paris street cafes to mountain chalets in the Alps and casinos in the French Riviera, France is a classic touring destination. Hike in the mountains, lounge on a Mediterranean beach, or look down on Paris from a perch on the Eiffel Tower.	paris.jpg	Paris at dawn
16	Asia, Central	India	984003683	Rupee	The world's seventh-largest country, and second most populous, India is not covered in a weekend. From the Himalayas to the coasts of the Indian Ocean, this landmass forms its own subcontinent. With its ancient cultures and deep history, India is also a favorite for culture enthusiasts.	ganges.jpg	Ganges River in Varanasi, India
10	Asia, West	Israel	5643966	New Israeli Shekel	A state whose borders enclose some of the holiest sites of three of the world's major religions--Christianity, Islam, and Judaism--Israel is also a rugged land, ideal for hiking and exploration.	wailing_wall2.jpg	The Wailing Wall, Jerusalem
2	Europe	Italy	57634300	Euro	With its mild, Mediterranean climate, mountains, beaches, and rich history, Italy is a favorite travel spot. Some of its most famous cities include Rome, Naples, Florence, Venice, Pisa, Sicily, and Milan. Religious landmarks include the Vatican, Il Duomo, and the Sistine Chapel.	colosseum.jpg	The Roman Colosseum (detail)
4	Asia, East	Japan	125931533	Euro	A country composed of islands in East Asia, Japan is home to a rich and diverse culture, and some great mountains. Nearly 80 percent of the country is covered in mountains, many of which are protected in an extensive system of national parks.	miyajima.jpg	Island of Miyajima, Japan
8	America, Central	Mexico	98552776	Nuevo Peso	The United States' neighbor to the south, Mexico sits between the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea to the east. Its diverse terrain, history, in addition to its modern cities and resorts make Mexico a uniquely exciting traveling experience.	mexican_ruins.jpg	Mayan Ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula
14	Africa	Morocco	29114497	Dirham	Situated in the northwest corner of the African continent, Morocco has a diverse population and rich history. Its terrain is varied as well, with coasts on both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, as well as mountains and desert areas.	mor_sahara.jpg	The Sahara Desert, Morocco
9	Africa	Namibia	1622328	Namibian Dollar	Formerly South-West Africa, Namibia's boundaries reach from the Atlantic Ocean to the Kalahari Desert. One of its great claims to fame is the unparalleled Etosha National Park, home to leopards, antelope, giraffes, elephants, flamingos, and rhinoceroses.	etosha.jpg	Etosha National Park, Namibia
7	America, South	Peru	26111110	Nuevo Sol	Set on the west coast of South America, and home of a large portion of the Andes mountain chain, Peru was originally the home of the Incas, an expansive ancient civilization. Many of the Incas ruins can still be found today in Peru, including Machu Picchu.	machu_picchu.jpg	Incan ruins at Machu Picchu, Peru
3	Asia, East	Taiwan	22370461	New Taiwan Dollar	Once known as Formosa, Taiwan, is also known as the Republic of China, and is a thriving democracy off the east coast of mainland China. Taiwan is famous for its mountains, gorges, and art museums alike.	chiang_kaishek.jpg	The Music Hall at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Taipei
13	Asia, East	Thailand	60037366	Baht	Formerly known as Siam, Thailand is in southeast Asia, bordering Cambodia, Laos, and the Gulf of Thailand. Thailand has a unique and old culture, which is reflected in its art, performing arts, and architecture.	mae_hong_son.jpg	Thailand's Mae Hong Son temple
6	Europe	United Kingdom	58970119	Pound Sterling	A nation comprising England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom is a popular spot for tourists. Whether you seek the bustle of modern London or the medieval charm of the towns and villages sprinkled abundantly throughout the countryside, the United Kingdom is rich with historical sites to see.	stonehenge.jpg	England's enigmatic Stonehenge
12	America, North	United States	270311758	American Dollar	Situated between Canada and Mexico in North America, the United States is a large country with diverse topography and culture. Settled initially by Europeans, the United States has become a "melting pot" of races and cultures, resulting in a unique culture and style.	dc.jpg	Washington, D.C., with the Washington Monument in the background