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Belize

Facts and stats about Belize

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Author: Edsel.G

Belize is a small country in Central America. It is bordered by Mexico, Guatemala, and the Caribbean Sea. With a population of just a little more than three hundred thousand, Belize is the least densely populated country in the continent.

The Spaniards were the first Europeans to set foot on the territory, although they did not stay there for long because of the absence of minerals as gold and other precious metals. By the 17th century, the place became a part of the British Empire, and was identified as the British Honduras. They sought independence from Great Britain in 1973, but they chose to retain Queen Elizabeth as their head of state.

The geographic location of the country has blessed it with rich flora and fauna and is, in fact, considered to be a haven for creatures long identified as threatened to extinction.

Belize experiences a 4% annual economic growth. Its market is fueled by petroleum exports, but it is not enough to solidify its economy. Poor tax collection is also adding to the economic problems of the country. Agriculture is also important, and banana plantations are the largest employers in the country.

Tourism has expanded in the country in the last decade. The combination of a rich flora and fauna, the exotic appeal of the Caribbean, and the cool tropical weather all contribute to the influx of tourists to the country.

334,297

Population. Ranked 177th in 2013.

$4,576.64

GDP per capita. Ranked 105th in 2011.

Borders

Guatemala 266 km, Mexico 250 km
Largest city Belmopan - 5,845
Capital city Belmopan - 5,845
Major language English (official), Spanish, Belizean Creole, Mayan, Garifuna (Carib)
Major religion Christianity
Monetary unit Belizean dollar
Head of state Queen Elizabeth II, represented by a governor
Prime minister Dean Barrow
Alternative names Belizeee, Belize
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Interesting observations about Belize

  • Belize ranked first for prisoners > per capita amongst Hot countries in 2003.
  • Belize ranked first for produce > livestock > production index amongst Christian countries in 2004.
  • Belize ranked second for birth rate amongst Latin America and Caribbean in 2013.
  • Belize ranked #4 for population growth rate amongst Heavily indebted countries in 2013.
  • Belize ranked 9th last for population amongst Former British colonies in 2013.
  • Belize ranked second for seventh-day adventist membership per 1000 globally in 2004.
  • Belize ranked 4th last for GDP amongst Sparsely populated countries in 2011.
  • Belize has ranked last for children out of school, primary, female since 2011.

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Belize is a small country in Central America. It is bordered by Mexico, Guatemala, and the Caribbean Sea. With a population of just a little more than three hundred thousand, Belize is the least densely populated country in the continent.

The Spaniards were the first Europeans to set foot on the territory, although they did not stay there for long because of the absence of minerals as gold and other precious metals. By the 17th century, the place became a part of the British Empire, and was identified as the British Honduras. They sought independence from Great Britain in 1973, but they chose to retain Queen Elizabeth as their head of state.

The geographic location of the country has blessed it with rich flora and fauna and is, in fact, considered to be a haven for creatures long identified as threatened to extinction.

Belize experiences a 4% annual economic growth. Its market is fueled by petroleum exports, but it is not enough to solidify its economy. Poor tax collection is also adding to the economic problems of the country. Agriculture is also important, and banana plantations are the largest employers in the country.

Tourism has expanded in the country in the last decade. The combination of a rich flora and fauna, the exotic appeal of the Caribbean, and the cool tropical weather all contribute to the influx of tourists to the country.

Posted on 06 Apr 2014

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