Belize Altun Ha
Belize (08/04)
Forestry was the only economic activity of any consequence in Belize until well into the 20th century when the supply of accessible timber began to dwindle. Cane sugar then became the principal export. Exports have recently been augmented by expanded production of citrus, bananas, seafood, and apparel. The country has about 809,000 hectares of arable land, only a small fraction of which is under cultivation. To curb land speculation, the government enacted legislation in 1973 that requires non-Belizeans to complete a development plan on land they purchase before obtaining title to plots of more than 10 acres of rural land or more than one-half acre of urban land. ... [Read More]
Background Notes
Forestry was the only economic activity of any consequence in Belize until well into the 20th century when the supply of accessible timber began to dwindle. Cane sugar then became the principal export and recently has been augmented by expanded production of citrus, bananas, seafood,papayas, and apparel. The country has about 809,000 hectares of arable land, only a small fraction of which is under cultivation. To curb land speculation, the government enacted legislation in 1973 that requires non-Belizeans to complete a development plan on land they purchase before obtaining title to plots of more than 10 acres of rural land or more than one-half acre of urban land. Domestic industry is limited, constrained by relatively high-cost labor and ene ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Another consideration is the type of recreational activity most popular here. Personnel use casual clothing for swimming, fishing, boating and travel to out-of-the-way archeological ruins. It also is a good idea to have a hat for protection from the sun. Ladies straw hats and men’s summer caps can be purchased in Belize, but beachwear is best brought to post. Remember that clothes wear out quickly, as there is no change of season. Therefore, bring more, rather than less; little is available on the local market and most personnel order clothing from the U.S., or shop in Mexico and Guatemala. Lightweight hiking boots and outdoor clothing or jungle fatigues are a good idea for hiking in the rainforest. MenLast Updated: 11/28/2003 2:36 PM ... [Read More]
Background Notes: Belize
Background Notes: BelizePA/PCSource: Office of Public Communication, Bureau of Public AffairsDate: May 15, 19905/15/90Category: Country DataRegion: CaribbeanCountry: BelizeSubject: Travel, History, International Organizations, Trade/Economics[TEXT]Official Name: BelizePROFILEGeographyArea: 22,963 sq. km. (8,866 sq. mi.); slightly larger thanMassachusetts. Cities: Capital-Belmopan (pop. 4,500). Other city-Belize City (60,000). Towns-Dangriga, Orange Walk, Corozal, PuntaGorda, San Ignacio, and Santa Elena. Terrain: Flat and swampycoastline, low mountains in interior. Climate: Hot and humid.People Nationality: Noun an ... [Read More]
Dirección de Asuntos del Hemisferio Occidental: Información general--Belice
La civilización maya se extendió en la zona de Belice entre 1500 A.C. y 300 D.C., floreciendo hasta alrededor de 1200 D.C. Varios hallazgos arqueológicos importantes—especialmente Caracol, Lamanai, Lubaantun, Altun Ha, y Xunantunich—reflejan la civilización avanzada y la población mucho más densa de aquel período. El contacto con los europeos se inició en 1502, cuando Cristóbal Colón navegó por la costa. El primer asentamiento europeo registrado fue iniciado por marineros ingleses náufragos en 1638. Durante los siguientes 150 años se establecieron más asentamientos ingleses. Este período fue testigo también de la piratería, la tala indiscriminada de árboles, y los ataques esporádicos de indígenas y de los españoles vecinos. ... [Read More]
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