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Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Belize country

 

Overview:

The Word for Belize is “Muddy water”.



Belize Capital: Belmopan

Belize Dialing code: +501

Belize Airport code: BZE, BCV, ORZ, PLJ, SVH

Belize Continent: North America

Belize  Area: 5,358 sq. mi (13,940 sq. km)

Belize Currency:  Belize Dollar

Belize Official Language: English

Belize Population: 41.7 Lakhs (Approx.)

Belize Religion: Christianity, Roman Catholic

Belize National Day: September 21

Belize National Animal: Baird's Tapir

Belize National Bird: Keel-billed Toucan

Belize National Fruit: Mango

Belize National Flower: Black Orchid

Belize National Tree: Mahogany tree

Belize National Sport: Football

Belize Time zone: UTC -6 ( GMT -6)

Belize Driving side: Right side of the road

 

Belize Flag:

The blue and Woodcutting tools represent the mahogany trade, the Mahogany tree Represents the country's economic foundation, Two woodcutters Represent woodworkers, and The 50 olive leaves represent the border around the coat of arms symbolizing the year 1950 when Belize, British Honduras, began its quest for Independence.

Weather in Belize:

Summer: May to September

Rain: June to November

Winter: November to January

Spring: March to May

Food and drinks in Belize:

Belize Food Culture:

The Belize people mostly Rice and beans. Often paired with meat, fish, and/or potato salad to create a hearty lunch or dinner.

Belize Must-try Foods:

  • Conch Fritters
  • Cochinita Pibil
  • Fry Jacks
  • Cassava Bread

Must try Drinks:

  • Belikin Beer is Belize's traditional and most popular drink.
  • Rum Punch
  • Caribbean Gold Rum

Economics of Belize:

Belize is more dependent on tourism. The GDP is $3.35 billion (approx.) this country has 50% debt of its GDP.

Belize Income Source:

Belize's main income sources are tourism, agriculture, and financial services.

The Belize Import Goods:

  • Oil
  • Woods
  • Chemicals
  • Vehicles
  • Petroleum

The Belize exports things:

  • Fish
  • Seafood
  • Sugar
  • Clothing

Belize export and import partners:

United States is 60% (approx.) Mexico, Guatemala, and Ireland are the export and import partners.

Culture of Belize:

The majority of Belize's mix of people from Kriol, Maya, East Indian, mestizo, and many other cultures influenced Belize.

Sports in the Belize:

National Game of Belize:

Football is the most popular and national sport in Belize.

Popular Games in Belize:

Football, Baseball, Basketball, Tennis, and Cricket are popular in Belize.

Transport in the Belize:

How many airports in the Belize:

There are 19 airports including international, private, and domestic. Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport is the largest airport in Belize.

Main transport in Belize:

Buses are the main transport in Belize. The main mode of public transport and a way to get around at a low cost.

How many countries travel without visas to Belize?

74 countries without visas. It grants 17 e-visas and 28 on-arrival visas. 107 countries are required for a visa.

The passport ranks 42th in the world.

Tourism Culture in the Belize:

The Canadian people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Mayan ruins, rainforests, jungles, and a Caribbean vibe attract visitors. Beautiful beaches and exciting places are there in the country.

Must visit places in the Belize:

  • Belize City
  • Placencia
  • Actun Tunichil muknal
  • The Split

Festivals in Belize:

Pan Yaad:

Date: September

Pan Yaad is a three-hour steel pan concert held on the grounds of the House of Culture in Belize City.

Belize Carnival:

Date: September

Every year in September part in the Annual ritual of carnival. Large parades and dancing famous in fest in Belize.

Independence Day:

Date: September

Every year people celebrate independence, Dancing, poems, music, and lots of street food all things they celebrate.

Defense in the Belize:

Belize is the safest country in the world. The Belize Defence Force (BDF) is the military of Belize, There are limited powers of 2000 (approx...) people protecting their country.

Nuclear Free country.

Interesting Facts about the Belize:

  • Nuclear-free country.
  • Belize is comprised of 400+ small islands known as “cayes.”
  • Over 80% of the rainforests in Belize are protected by the government.
  • Gladden Spit is a known hot spot in Belize for whale watching.
  • Belize has around 900 Maya temple sites.

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