| Surface : 22.960 Kmq....Belize is
bounded on the North by Mexico, South and West by Guatemala, and the beautiful Caribbean
Sea washes its 174 mile coastline to the East. |
| Population : Up to 1998, population estimates put Belize's
population at approximately 238,500.... |
| Climate: The climate is subtropical, with a brisk prevailing
wind from the Caribbean Sea. The country has an annual mean temperature of 79 degrees
Fahrenheit, and the humidity is nicely tempered by the Sea breezes. Although the rainy
season is usually between June and August and the dry season is between February and May,
global weather changes are making historical predictions somewhat invalid. At the end of
October, the weather does become cooler, and from November to February, it is pleasant
with showers of rain. Average humidity is 85 percent. |
| Electricity: Although most of the electricity is provided by
Diesel / Generator Sets, the power is stable at 110 Volts A.C., which is the same voltage
as in the United States. .....110V, 60 Hz |
| Visas: A valid passport and visa, if required, is necessary
for entry into Belize. American, Canadian and Caricom citizens may be allowed entry into
Belize without a passport, providing that Belize Immigration is informed at least one (1)
week in advance, so that the airlines they are using, and the Immigration Officer at the
port of entry are informed prior to making the trip. Nevertheless they need to say what
other form of identification will be used to travel. The number of Identification is
necessary. All other nationalities need to travel with a valid passport. .....United
States citizens and Nationals of the European Community member nations do not require
visas. Visas are required for the Nationals of the following countries: China, Columbia,
Cuba, India, Libya, Pakistan, Peru, South Africa, and Taiwan. |
| Capital : Belmopan |
| System : Belize achieved
full independence on September 21, 1981. It is now a member of the Commonwealth, the
United Nations, the Nonaligned Movement, the Organization of American States and the
newly-formed Association of Caribbean States. Diplomatic relations have been established
with many countries. Belize is also a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and
related institutions. The Government of Belize is operated on the principles of
Parliamentary Democracy based on the Westminster System. The country is a sovereign,
democratic state.... |
| Main Cities : Belize City |
| Languages : The official language is English
but Spanish
Creole, Maya, Garifuna and others are widely
spoken. |
| Religions : 62% Catholic, 25% Protestant |
| Money : Belize Dollar (Bz$) |
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