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Belize — silhouette, capital and facts
Belize is in Central America and its capital is Belmopan. With about 410 thousand people and 22,966 km², it ranks 147th in area and 170th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Belize, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Belmopan
- Continent
- Central America
- Population
- about 410 thousand
- Area
- 22,966 km²
- Language
- English
- Currency
- Belize dollar
- Flag colors
- blue, red, white
Borders
Belize shares a land border with 2 countries: Mexico, Guatemala.
Fun facts about Belize
- The Great Blue Hole, a marine sinkhole about 300 m wide, draws divers from around the world.
- Belize is the only Central American country where English is the official language.
- The Caana pyramid at the Maya site of Caracol, about 43 m tall, is still one of the tallest structures in the country.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Belize?
The capital of Belize is Belmopan.
Which continent is Belize in?
Belize is in Central America.
Which countries border Belize?
Belize shares a land border with 2 countries: Mexico, Guatemala.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Belize?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Belize is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Belize?
The Great Blue Hole, a marine sinkhole about 300 m wide, draws divers from around the world. Belize is the only Central American country where English is the official language. The Caana pyramid at the Maya site of Caracol, about 43 m tall, is still one of the tallest structures in the country.
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