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Belize
Belize is a central American neighbor of Guatemala and Mexico. As a former British colony, it is one of the few Latin American countries in which English is the official language. Contributors typically seek answers about the country's ancient Maya ruins; English and Scottish buccaneer past; extensive cave system; jungle and wildlife reserve ecotourism; and tourist attractions of safe fishing and water sports.
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Belize is more of a developing country so its not poor or rich. there are poor people there but the country all together is not poor.
How many miles from Houston to Belize?
There is no road connection between these two places. Flight is prefered.
It is located in Central America.
It is bordered by Mexico at the North and Guatemala at the West as well as the South.
It is mostly known the Belize Barrier Reef, the second largest reef in the world.
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Belize is located in Central America.
Belize is only an estimate of 3,000 miles Long! So its a pretty small country!
the total area of Belize is 22,966 sq km
How long is the flight from Oakland CA to Belize?
The flight time for flights between the above places is 5.5 hours
This is an approximate travel time. The actual time might change depending on the flight path chosen, weather conditions, etc
How many colors in Belize flag?
The Blue is the dominant party color for the People's United Party (PUP). The Red is the dominant party color for the United Democratic Party (UDP).
In the middle of the flag is Belize's coat of arms which shows:
1. A mahogany tree: the first European settlers in Belize became mahogany traders and the mahogany trade was once the economical backbone of the colony.
2. Two woodcutters, the one on the left holding an axe and the one on the right holding a paddle (rivers were the mode of transportation for getting cut logwood back to the settlement; the logwood cutters found themselves paddling further up stream to find fresh logwood areas).
3. A shield showing the tools of the mahogany trade including a paddle, squaring axe, beating axe, saw and ship (Most of the Mahogany was shipped to Great Britain where it was in much demand for creating fine furniture).
4. A flowing scroll bearing the Latin motto "sub umbra floreo", meaning "under the shade I flourish", or/and implying "under the shade of the mahogany tree we flourish".
What are the important people of Belize?
The Rapper " Shyne" , whos real name is Jamaal Barow is from Belize.
Side Note: He is in jail and his dad (Dean Oliver Barrow) is the current Prime Minister of Belize.
What are some facts about Belize?
Belize was the British Colony until 1962 and is now an independent nation within the Commonwealth.
Belize has the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world.
It is the second smallest country in Central America.
It's the only country in Central America to have English as an official language.
It's the 2nd poorest country in Central America.
Many of the people are bilingual and trilingual speaking English, Spanish, and Garifuna.
What kind of watch does Bear Grylls wear in Belize episode?
Breitling Emergency watch BREMONT (berrgrylls.com)
What are the release dates for House Hunters International - 2006 Retiring to Belize 31-4?
House Hunters International - 2006 Retiring to Belize 31-4 was released on:
USA: 15 December 2011
What is the National Anthem Title of Belize?
- Samuel Alfred Haynes wrote the words
- Selwyn Walford Young wrote the music
What is cultural erasure among the Garifuna of Belize?
It's complex. Not just one factor can be blamed for the depletion of an indigenous culture.
Notwithstanding, some major causes are
* urbanization * migration * marrying people of other cultures * racism - my parent's didn't teach me the native language because they were discriminated against
What is a Queen Elizabeth the Second quarter worth that says Belize on the back?
A Belize 25 cent coin would, theoretically be worth US 12.5 cents in Belize since the official exchange rate is two Belize dollars to one US$. Outside of Belize it would be virtually worthless.
Names of famous people in Belize?
a famous person from Belize is Jamaal Barrow (Shyne).....he is a rapper born in Belize City. Milton (milt) Palacio - NBA player. Marion Jones - runner.
What is the only Central American country where English is an official language?
Belize, which is the former British Honduras, is the only Central American country where English is an official language.
What is the old capital of Belize?
British Honduras. Formerly Belize city, the capital is now Belmopan.
Why did the Chinese come to Belize?
The Chinese first came to Belize when it was still British Honduras, and they were brought there as indentured servants. More recently, in the 1990s they came to take advantage of an immigration program in Belize where you could gain citizenship by investing money in the country. Many opened family-owned shops with their investment money. The Chinese have faced considerable prejudice in Belize and their businesses are often targeted for crime. The number of Chinese in Belize has fallen over the last decade as many Chinese have moved to neighboring countries.
What is the traditional clothing in Belize look like?
Traditional clothes worn in Belize include straw hats, and skirts that are vividly colored and have shells on them. Most people simply wear jeans cotton shirts.
What European coutry colonized Belize?
Spain colonized Central and South America (with the exception of Brazil, British Guyana, Surinam, and French Guyana). Spain
