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  1. History of Belize

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    The history of Belize dates back thousands of years. The Maya civilization spread into the area of Belize between 1500 BC to 1200 BC and flourished until about 1000 AD. Several Maya ruin sites, including Cahal Pech, Caracol, Lamanai, Lubaantun, Altun Ha, and Xunantunich reflect the advanced civilization and much denser population of that period. The first recorded European incursions in the region were made by Spanish conquistadors and missionaries in the 16th century. One attraction of the area was the availability of logwood, which also brought British settlers. Belize was not formally termed the "Colony of British Honduras" until 1862. It became a crown colony in 1871. Subsequently, several constitutional changes were enacted to expand representative government. Internal Self-Government was granted in January 1964. The official name of the territory was changed from British Honduras to Belize in June 1973, and full independence was granted on 21 September 1981. Wikipedia

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    Category: Former populated places in Belize. ... Maya ruins of Belize; N. Nim Li Punit; P. Pusilha; S. San Estevan (Maya site) Santa Rita, Corozal; U. Uxbenka; X. Xnaheb; Xunantunich This page was last edited on 1 November 2019, at 16:49 (UTC). Text is available under the ...
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    The history of Belize dates back thousands of years. The Maya civilization spread into the area of Belize between 1500 BC to 1200 BC and flourished until about 1000 AD. Several Maya ruin sites, including Cahal Pech, Caracol, Lamanai, Lubaantun, Altun Ha, and Xunantunich reflect the advanced civilization and much denser population of that period. The first recorded European incursions in the ...
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  5. Aug 2, 2024Hundreds of ruins and ceremonial centers show that for thousands of years Belize was populated by the Maya Civilization that reached its peak known as the Classic Period between A.D. 250 and 900. At its height, the Maya of Belize and Central America formed one of the most densely populated and culturally dynamic societies in the world.
  6. britannica.com

    2 days agoBelize is often thought of as a Caribbean country in Central America because it has a history similar to that of English-speaking Caribbean nations. Indeed, Belize's institutions and official language reflect its history as a British colony. However, its culture is more typical of that of other Central American countries. Belize's small population is ethnically diverse and includes a large ...
  7. britannica.com

    The Maya lived in the area now known as Belize for centuries before the arrival of Europeans, as manifested by more than a dozen major ruins such as La Milpa, Xunantunich, Altun Ha, and Caracol.The Spanish penetrated the area in the 16th and 17th centuries and tried to convert the Maya to Christianity but with little success. The Maya population had begun to decline long before the Spaniards ...
  8. shunculture.com

    Jul 24, 2024The Maya population declined in the 10th century, and the civilisation collapsed around 900 AD. ... Belize's independence was recognised by the whole world except for Guatemala, which retains a territorial claim against Belize, stemming from its rights as a former colony of Spain. The Belize-Guatemala territorial dispute is currently before the ...
  9. ucincinnatipress.pressbooks.pub

    Belize represents 0.74 percent of the total population of Central America. Approximately 311,000 inhabitants. Belize's economy occupies the last place among the seven countries of the isthmus. Their official language is English, but a large part of the territory speaks Creole or "Kriol." The currency is the Belizean dollar
  10. belizehub.com

    Discover Why Belize Is a Spring Break Hotspot for 2025; Belize's Tourism Industry Breaks Records in 2024; Belize All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts - Where To Stay in Belize 2025; Global Spotlight on Belize: The Association of British Travel Agents Names It a Must-Visit Destination for 2025; The Best Place to Stay in San Ignacio for Your 2025 ...
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