Belize
A tiny Central American nation where English is the official language and the reef never quits. Belize trades crowds for jungle, Maya ruins and some of the clearest water in the Caribbean.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A royal-blue field with narrow red stripes top and bottom and a white central disc bearing the coat of arms - two woodcutters flanking a mahogany tree and a shield, ringed by a leafy wreath, with the motto 'Sub Umbra Floreo' ('Under the shade I flourish'). Blue and red reflect the country's two main political parties.
Belize FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Belmopan |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 411,106 |
| Area | 22,966 km² |
| Population density | 18 /km² |
| Currency | Belize dollar (BZD) Bz$ |
| Official language | English |
| Calling code | +501 |
| Internet TLD | .bz |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | BZ / BLZ |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It's home to the Belize Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef system in the world after Australia's.
- The Great Blue Hole, a giant underwater sinkhole, is one of the planet's most famous dive sites.
- It's the only country in Central America where English is the official language.
- Ancient Maya cities like Caracol once held more people than any city in modern Belize.
Belize FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Belize?
The capital of Belize is Belmopan.
What is the population of Belize?
Belize has a population of about 411,106.
What currency does Belize use?
Belize uses the Belize dollar (BZD).
What languages are spoken in Belize?
The official language of Belize is English.
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