Belize has it all.
Where in the world is Belize? Belize is in Central America on the Caribbean Coast.
Belize was known as British Honduras until 1981.
History of Belize 600BC Evidence of Maya settlements in Belize Mayan people worshiped many gods Made human sacrifices Developed sophisticated systems
Timekeeping and calendars Agriculture Irrigation Created large cities 900AD – 1200AD Decline of Mayan Civilization
History Continued 1500’s Spanish conquest is slight - jungles and swamps 1600’s Arrival of the British Perfect Caribbean pirate hideout
Low water level/treacherous coral reefs Pirate vs. Buccaneer Belize named after Capt. Peter Wallace? Pirates to Baymen (larceny to logging) Iron wood and Mahogany trade British assume control to keep out Spain
History Continued 1830’s Slavery abolished, 1865 US; 1833-1840 UK Diverse culture/population then and now 1862 Officially declared a British colony 1939 People begin to work for self-government 1964 Self government granted but British military stays 1973 British Honduras renamed Belize
1981 Belize becomes independent
Belize Today Mainland and Islands Belize City: largest city Belmopan: capital, hurricanes Few paved roads, N-S and E-W
The Mayan Ruins at Xunantunich
The Mayan Ruins at Caracol
The Caves of Belize
Crystal Cave
Crystal Cave
The People
The Homes
Flowers of Belize
Belizean Fruit
The Ceiba Tree
Insects of Belize
Leaf Cutter Ants
Belizean Animals
The Belize Zoo
Transportation
The Cayes
Ambergris Caye
Island Leisure
Island People
Island Adventures
Island Adventures
Signs of Island Life
Island Colors
Fun Shots
Fun Shots
Fun Shots http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ko3yU8zc7VE