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Belize
Belize is a very Caribbean country, unlike some of its Central American neighbours. Perfect country for some relaxing, and water activities on its beautiful seas.
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Capital: Belmopan
Population: 300,000
Religions: Predominantly Roman Catholic and Protestant
Languages: English (official), Spanish, local languages
Climate: Subtropical with a brisk prevailing wind from the Caribbean Sea. High annual temperatures and humidity. Dry and hot climate from January to April, with rainy season from June. The hurricane season is from June to the end of November.
Currency: Belizean dollar (BZD)
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Exact population: 287,730 (July 2006 est.)
Literacy: Total population: 94.1%; male: 94.1%; female: 94.1%
Ethnicities: Mestizo 48.7%, Creole 24.9%, Maya 10.6%, Garifuna 6.1%, other 9.7%
Area: Total: 22,966 sq km; land: 22,806 sq km; water: 160 sq km
Land boundaries: Total: 516 km; border countries: Guatemala 266 km, Mexico 250 km
Terrain: Flat, swampy coastal plain; low mountains in south
Extremes: Lowest point: Caribbean Sea 0 m; highest point: Victoria Peak 1,160 m
Imports: US 30.1%, Mexico 12%, Guatemala 7.4%, Cuba 7.2%, China 4.2%, Japan 4.1% (2004)
Exports: US 37.2%, UK 26.8%, Jamaica 4.6% (2004)
Industries: Garment production, food processing, tourism, construction
Source: CIA World Factbook
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