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Introduction to the paradise
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Belize, previously known
as British Honduras, lies on the East
coast of Central America in the heart of
the Caribbean Basin, bordering on Mexico
to the North, Guatemala to the West and
South, and flanked by the Caribbean Sea to
the East.
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You can
visit the mainland cities, towns, and
interior and meet friendly people, see
historic sights, ancient Maya cities, or
go to the cayes, thus enjoying the sea,
beaches, and the coral reef. The wonders
of Belize are yours to choose. All what
you need to know is right here on the
Guide to Belize. |
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The Mystique of the Maya
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Belize is blessed with an
outstanding archaeological heritage of Maya
temples and palaces. It is known that the
Maya occupation began as early as 1500 B.C.
and although it began its decline in 900
A.D., some Maya cultural centers continued
to be occupied until contact with the
Spaniards in the 1500's.
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During the
classic period (250 A.D. to 900 A.D.), the
population of Belize exceeded well over one
million people, and it is believed that
Belize was the heart of the Maya
civilization at that time. Although large
Maya cultural centers no longer exist, there
is still a significant Maya population
residing within many small villages. |
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Rainforest
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Belize's
natural history has always been its most
precious resource, and therefore, it has
become a virtual paradise for botanists,
herpetologists, ichthyologists,
mammalogists, ornithologists, and
zoologists.
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With the support of
numerous environmentally conscious
organizations such as, the Audubon
Society, the Smithsonian Institute, the
World Wildlife Fund, and many zoological
societies, Belize has become an
internationally recognized leader in
preservation and conservation. |
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Marvels of the Sea
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Belize is well publicized for
possessing the second longest barrier reef
in the world, as well as three major
offshore atolls. In addition to the
aforementioned, Belize possesses numerous
mangrove systems both offshore and along the
coast, thus creating a tremendous wetlands
environment in which birds, fishes, mammals,
and reptiles can propagate.
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With such a significant marine
ecosystem, scuba divers, marine biologists,
and sport fishermen have long recognized the
importance of Belize, and it has become a
favorite destination for them. |
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Enjoy Belize
Life is to short. Book your trip today and
enjoy the riding of Bus, Boat or Plane
while travel to Belize. Sleep in a 5 Star
Hotel, in a Family Hotel or in a simple
Hammock between two trees and you get the
breeze for free. While your stays do your
favorite sport, jump into the sea and
relax in a spa and eat the delicious
Belizean food. There is even more take a
dive, book a tour to the Maya ruins, do a
flight at the zip lining or have a lazy
day during cave tubing, and get in the
evening a cool drink at the beach while
the music is carrying your mind away.
Belize is the place to be. You will never
regret it and you will always be welcome
as a friend here in Belize.
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