We can’t forget about Belmopan!

Aug-12-2009 By Liz

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Before Belmopan, the capital of Belize was Belize City. But after Belize City was torn apart by hurricane Hattie, the capital was moved inland to the now Belmopan city. It is located about an hour inland and is situated just East of the Belize river in the Cayo District.

Belmopan proper is a mix of ethnicities including Kriols, Garifuna, Mestizo, Maya and more historically recent immigrants from Asian countries such as the People’s Republic of China. Belmopan is mostly inhabited by government workers and their families.

Belmopan, Belize Aerial View

Belmopan, Belize Aerial View

Four main lodges in the Belmopan area are Jaguar Paw, Cave’s Branch Jungle Camp, Belmopan Conventional Hotel, and the Warrie Head Lodge. Not far from Belmopan you can also find Table Rock Jungle Lodge.

Some activities you can do while in the Belmopan area are the Belize Archives, the Belize Zoo, the Inland Blue Hole, Cave Exploring, Mayan Ruins, Guanacaste Park and Heris Nature Walk & Trails.

Courtney and I will be stopping in Belmopan briefly on our way to our jungle location. We hope to grab a bite to eat and find out a little bit about what Belmopan truly has to offer.

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Posted in: Belize, Cave Tubing, Cayo, Liz
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