Discovering Belize Life

Belize is a unique and beautiful Central America2 dollars, 5 dollars, 10 dollars, 20 dollars, 50 dollars, and
country that some call a tropical paradise. The people100 dollars. One Belizean dollar is coins and a 25
of Belize live a very easy going lifestyle that is envy ofcentavo coin is called a shilling.
many people and cultures. To lead a genuine Belize life,The laid back atmosphere of Belize actually comes
you must know the bit and pieces of information aboutfrom a unique blend of nationalities. They have
the country. Belize is does wonders in calming yourinfluences from races of Maya, Kriol, Spain, India,
nerves and easing your blood pressure! First off, it isChinese, Lebanon, and even Mennonites who are
important to know the major towns of the country.originally of German descent. The official language is
The capital city is Belmopan but their largest city isEnglish but there are also a lot of natives who can
Belize City. Other cities have interesting names likespeak Spanish, Mayan, Garifuna (Carib) and Creole.
Crooked Tree, Orange Walk, and Big Creek. There isBelize enjoys a nice tropical weather. It rains a lot
also the metropolis of Corozal, Dangriga, Placencia,during the months of May to November, while dry
Punta Gorda, San Ignacio which is also known asseason is on February to May. From June to
Cayo to Belizean, and San Pedro which is located onNovember, a number of hurricanes visit the country
Ambergris Caye.and be prepared for a bit of coastal flooding, especially
To get a good idea of Belize's geography, take notein the south. Spirituality Belize life is diverse in a way
that there are approximately 8 chief regions in thethat it will suit many nationalities. Majority of the citizens
country. There is Ambergris Caye which is the largeare Catholics while a fourth of the population are
barrier island and there is also Caye Caulker which isProtestant (Pentecostal, Anglican, Seventh - day
the smaller barrier island. Both of them are locatedAdventist, Mennonite, Methodist, and Jehovah's
along the North coast. Cayo is the central region ofWitnesses). Other religions present are Taoism,
Belize; while Toledo is the southern coastal or inlandBuddhism, Hinduism and Islam.
region. Belize district is the home of the largest cityCrime and stress are low in Belize which also allows
which has Stann Creek on the south and jutting off it isits people to live a very care free lifestyle.
Placencia, a long island-like peninsula. Northern BelizeGovernment influence is also very low key. If you are
has the coastal district of Corozal and the inland districta type A personality you probably will find Belize too
of Orange walk.laid back for your taste. The best way to enjoy Belize
The currency of Belize is called Belizean Dollar (BZD)life is to take a vacation in Belize and discover all the
and is approximately worth a half of US Dollar,benefits of Belize life.
depending on the inflation. It comes in denominations of