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Belize District |
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With an area of 1633 square miles, Belize District is a district of the nation of Belize. Belize District is on the central coastline of Belize, and is the heart of the country. Most of the Belize District is in the east central mainland of Belize with the majority of the population located in two urban areas.  These 2 urban areas include Belize City, which is the larger of the two, and San Pedro Town. Belize City has an estimated population of 60,800, whereas San Pedro Town has a population of 8,900. The remaining population of all the villages and remote communities combined is about 17,800 people. Belize City was the first capital of the colony of British Honduras. Most of the country's commerce and trade is centralized here. The residents of the Belize District are mostly Creole descendants of African slaves and European settlers. When the Europeans settled in the Belize District, they began to develop estates along the rivers and creeks. In doing so, it enabled them to create waterways which were their transportation highways. The landscape in the Belize District varies from costal swamp to savannah inland and passes through many rivers and lagoons, hence, the reason why the trade became a huge success. The longest river in the country, the Belize River, crosses the district and joins the Caribbean Sea along its coast...
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Cities in Belize District |
Belize City is not only the largest city in the district it is also the largest city in the country. The Belize District also has hundred of islands reffered to as "Cayes" prounounced as keys. These Cayes are the reason why most people visit Belize. Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker are the most popular of the Cayes and attract scuba enthusiasts from around the world...
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Attractions in Belize District |
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One of the most notable attractions in the country is located in the Belize District, known as the Great Blue Hole; a large underwater sinkhole made famous by Jacques Cousteau who declared it one of the top ten scuba diving sites in the world. The Crooked Tree and Monkey Bay Wildlife Sanctuaries, the Belize Zoo as well as the ancient Maya ruins of Altun Ha are all located within this district...
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Restaurants & Nightlife in Belize District |
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Depending on where you are in Belize District the cuisine varies between creole and seafood. The most common meal in Belize is beans and rice, often served with chicken. Belize District is also the best place in the country if you are looking for nightlife, especially on Amergris Caye...
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Belize District Lodging |
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The accommodations in Belize District range from ocean bungalows to hotels or inns. Belize City offers affordable hotels with several options. The Cayes is where travelers can find spectacular lodgings and even secluded private island rentals catering to the elite...
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