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Belize is located on the eastern coast of Central America, bordered by Mexico to the north, Guatemala to the west and south, and the Caribbean Sea to the east. The capital of Belize is Belmopan, while Belize City is the largest city and main port. The country is known for its diverse ecosystems, including lush rainforests, coral reefs, and Mayan ruins. Belize is a popular destination for eco-tourism, offering opportunities for snorkeling, diving, bird-watching, and exploring ancient archaeological sites. The official language of Belize is English, and the country has a rich cultural heritage influenced by Mayan, Garifuna, and Creole traditions. The Belize Barrier Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's largest coral reef systems.
Here are some key facts about Belize:
- Belize is a country located on the northeastern coast of Central America. It borders Mexico to the north, Guatemala to the west and south, and the Caribbean Sea to the east.
- With an area of 22,966 square km, Belize is one of the smallest countries in Central America by land mass. However, it has the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere.
- The population is around 415,000 people. The ethnic makeup is multi-cultural, including Mestizo, Creole, Maya, Mennonite, East Indian, Chinese and others.
- Belize City is the largest city and former capital. The current capital and third largest city is Belmopan.
- English is the official language, though Spanish, Creole, Maya and Garifuna are also spoken by many Belizeans.
- Belize has a diverse society and culture influenced by Maya civilizations, European settlement, African populations and more recent Asian arrivals.
- Major industries include agriculture (bananas, sugar, citrus fruits), construction, oil drilling, and tourism focused on the barrier reef, rainforests and Mayan ruins.
- Notable attractions include the Great Blue Hole, Caracol Mayan ruins, Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Belize Barrier Reef which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Belize was formerly known as British Honduras and was a British colony until gaining independence in 1981.
