The largest city in Belize, Belize City lies alongside the Caribbean. Offshore, scores of smaller islands can be seen in the distance.
Founded by British lumber harvesters in 1638, Belize City was once a blossoming Mayan civilization. The British brought slaves by the thousands to harvest lumber. Slavery was abolished almost 200 years later, in 1833, but Belize didn’t receive their independence until 1981.
Once, Belize City was the capital of the region, but the massive Hurricane Hattie wreaked havoc in 1961, destroying most of the city. The capital was moved to Belmopan, an inland city.
Other attractions
Raft down a river or take a jungle trek just outside of the city, checking out the ancient temples along the way. Horseback riding tours are another adventure activity the whole family is sure to love. The Belize Zoo also lets you get up close and personal with the local creatures, from jaguars to toucans.
Be sure to head to the Museum of Belize and St. John’s Cathedral to get an in depth history of the region, which will aid you in your adventures. If you get the chance, try to find the ‘Belize’ sign for an amazing photograph of the area.
Getting there
Belize City contains the largest airport in the country, Philip SW Goldson International Airport. Flights arrive from around the world every day. Once you’ve flown into the airport, take taxis or buses to get around. They are cheap and effective. To get to the offshore islands, take the water taxis.
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