Belize
History
Belize gained wider self-government.
Belize became a Commonwealth realm, keeping the monarch as head of state after independence.
Part ofNorth AmericaMore countries, cities and routes.Short facts
RegionCentral America
LanguageBelizean Creole, English
Time zoneCST (UTC-6)
Drives onRight
Worth seeing
- Great Blue Hole: A 300 m wide underwater sinkhole - one of the world's top dive sites.
- Mayan Ruins: Xunantunich, Caracol and Lamanai are among the best-preserved Maya sites.
- Belize Barrier Reef: The second-largest coral reef system on Earth, UNESCO listed.
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BelmopanPlanning questions
What is Belize known for?Great Blue Hole, Mayan Ruins, Belize Barrier Reef.
What is the capital?Belmopan.
Which language is useful?Belizean Creole, English.
When is the national day?21 September.
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