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Country in North America

Belize

Belize belongs to North America. The capital city is Belmopan.

CapitalBelmopan
LanguageBelizean Creole, English
CurrencyBelize dollar
Population418k

Key Facts

RegionCentral America
GovernmentConstitutional parliamentary monarchy
Independence1981
Area22,966 km2
Population density17/km2
Time zoneCST (UTC-6)
Calling code+501
Drives onRight

Quick View

HDI
0.683
Safety index
36.0
Internet access
58%
Life expectancy
74.5

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Doyle's Delight1,124 m
Victoria Peak1,120 m
Baldy Beacon1,116 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity80%
  • No religion10%
  • Other8%
  • Islam2%

Why Visit

Great Blue HoleA 300 m wide underwater sinkhole — one of the world's top dive sites.
Mayan RuinsXunantunich, Caracol and Lamanai are among the best-preserved Maya sites.
Belize Barrier ReefThe second-largest coral reef system on Earth, UNESCO listed.
Jaguar SanctuaryCockscomb Basin is the world's first jaguar reserve.
Eco-TourismDense jungle, rivers and caves make Belize a premier adventure destination.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Belize City
62k
Belmopan
25k
Orange Walk
14k

Climate Overview

24CJan avg.
28CJul avg.
1,500 mmYearly rainfall
Tropical (wet/dry seasons)Climate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyBelize dollar
Official languageBelizean Creole, English
National day21 September
Electricity110V, Type B/G