Geography
Belize is in Central America, North America. Its listed coordinates are 17.25, -88.75; it has Guatemala, Mexico.
Neighboring countries: Guatemala, Mexico
North America
Belize
Belize is a country in Central America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Belmopan
- Continent
- North America
- Region
- Central America
- Population
- 417.6 thousand
- Area
- 22,966 km²
- Currency
- Belize dollar (BZD)
- Official language
- Belizean Creole, English, Spanish
- Calling code
- +501
- Internet TLD
- .bz
- Time zone
- UTC-06:00
Belize map preview: 17.25, -88.75
People and Culture
Belize uses Belizean Creole, English, Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Belize varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Belize is recorded with the official name Belize. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Belmopan
- Central America cultural and historic sites
- North America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Belmopan
- Time zone data: UTC-06:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Belize is grouped under North America.
- Belize has a listed area of 22,966 km².
- Belize is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Belize
What is the capital of Belize?
The capital of Belize is Belmopan.
What continent is Belize in?
Belize is in North America.
What currency does Belize use?
Belize uses the Belize dollar.
What language is spoken in Belize?
Belizean Creole, English, Spanish is listed for Belize in this database.