Belize Facts
Capital: Belmopan
Government Type: Parliamentary democracy and a Commonwealth realm
Currency: BZD
Population: 334,297
Total Area: 8,867 Square Miles
22,966 Square Kilometers
Location: Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Guatemala and Mexico
Language: English (official), Spanish, Mayan, Garifuna (Carib), Creole
Languages
English (official), Spanish, Mayan, Garifuna (Carib), Creole
The Belizean People
It is considered rude to greet people in Belize by their first names unless you know them well. Acceptable greetings in Belize include handshakes, pats on the back,and to show great appreciation, a kiss on the cheek.
Where to find more out about Belize
Amandala Newspaper
Belize by Naturalight
Belize.Net Search Engine
Destination Belize
Online Newspapers
San Pedro Sun
Tourism & Investment Guide
You Better Belize It!