Belize: Top 10 Quick Facts

Hello, welcome to Belize!

Motto: "Sub Umbra Florero" which means 'Under the shade I flourish'

• Belize is located south of Guatemala. Belize although located in Central America, is not really a Hispanic country because of the official language being English.

• The Belizean flag contains a blue background with a top and bottom red stripe. At the center of the flag is the coat of arms.

• Belmopan is the capital city of Belize with a population of over 10,000 people.

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• Another city of Belize is Belize City with a population of over 60,000 people.

• Belize's official language is English.

• National animal: Tapir (Mountain cow)

• National flower: The Black Orchid

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• Deer Dance Festival

• Football/ soccer is the most popular sport in Belize.

• And, anybody's favorite: Food

Salbutes

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Ceviche (with shrimp)

Belize Tamales

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