Belize — Attractions
Mayan Ruins
A little-known fact about Belize is that its central lowlands were the original home of the ancient Maya world - and to this day, travelers to the region can visit the fascinating ruins of ancient Mayan cities, dating back more than 2,000 years. Modern-day Belize contains (among others) the sites of Caracol, Cerros, Lamanai, and Cahal Pech - all of which are significant archaeological locales in the history of Mesoamerican culture. The region's lush, steamy tropical jungle - where the screams of howler monkeys fill the air - is a spell-binding, other-worldly setting in which to view the Ruins, which themselves offer astonishing insights into one of the most famous and most revered of all ancient cultures. With 2012 Doomsday predictions coming thick and fast, those interested in the Mayan Calendar's end-of-the-world prophesies are bound to flock to Belize in great droves - so get there before the rush sets in.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
Glover's Reef Atoll
A World Heritage Site - and just 28 miles (about 45km) from mainland Belize - Glover's Reef Atoll is one of only four atolls (ring-shaped reefs made of coral) in the western hemisphere, and a truly mesmerizing place to visit. The partially-submerged coral island, which is also a marine reserve, is 20 miles (about 32km) long, and is home to the richest variety of sea life in the Caribbean. The atoll is ringed with white sand beaches, dotted with coconut trees, and its interior lagoon boasts over 800 coral patches, with pinnacles rising above the water's surface. Active types can spend all day diving, swimming, snorkeling and fishing in the turquoise-blue water; while the atoll is also the perfect place to just lie on the sand, and do nothing at all. One thing is for sure: with its pristine setting, and relative obscurity, Glover's Reef is an undiscovered gem, and a honeymoon destination to put all others to shame.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
- Website
- www.glovers.com.bz
Mayan Ruins
A little-known fact about Belize is that its central lowlands were the original home of the ancient Maya world - and to this day, travelers to the region can visit the fascinating ruins of ancient Mayan cities, dating back more than 2,000 years. Modern-day Belize contains (among others) the sites of Caracol, Cerros, Lamanai, and Cahal Pech - all of which are significant archaeological locales in the history of Mesoamerican culture. The region's lush, steamy tropical jungle - where the screams of howler monkeys fill the air - is a spell-binding, other-worldly setting in which to view the Ruins, which themselves offer astonishing insights into one of the most famous and most revered of all ancient cultures. With 2012 Doomsday predictions coming thick and fast, those interested in the Mayan Calendar's end-of-the-world prophesies are bound to flock to Belize in great droves - so get there before the rush sets in.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
Glover's Reef Atoll
A World Heritage Site - and just 28 miles (about 45km) from mainland Belize - Glover's Reef Atoll is one of only four atolls (ring-shaped reefs made of coral) in the western hemisphere, and a truly mesmerizing place to visit. The partially-submerged coral island, which is also a marine reserve, is 20 miles (about 32km) long, and is home to the richest variety of sea life in the Caribbean. The atoll is ringed with white sand beaches, dotted with coconut trees, and its interior lagoon boasts over 800 coral patches, with pinnacles rising above the water's surface. Active types can spend all day diving, swimming, snorkeling and fishing in the turquoise-blue water; while the atoll is also the perfect place to just lie on the sand, and do nothing at all. One thing is for sure: with its pristine setting, and relative obscurity, Glover's Reef is an undiscovered gem, and a honeymoon destination to put all others to shame.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
- Website
- www.glovers.com.bz
Mayan Ruins
A little-known fact about Belize is that its central lowlands were the original home of the ancient Maya world - and to this day, travelers to the region can visit the fascinating ruins of ancient Mayan cities, dating back more than 2,000 years. Modern-day Belize contains (among others) the sites of Caracol, Cerros, Lamanai, and Cahal Pech - all of which are significant archaeological locales in the history of Mesoamerican culture. The region's lush, steamy tropical jungle - where the screams of howler monkeys fill the air - is a spell-binding, other-worldly setting in which to view the Ruins, which themselves offer astonishing insights into one of the most famous and most revered of all ancient cultures. With 2012 Doomsday predictions coming thick and fast, those interested in the Mayan Calendar's end-of-the-world prophesies are bound to flock to Belize in great droves - so get there before the rush sets in.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
Glover's Reef Atoll
A World Heritage Site - and just 28 miles (about 45km) from mainland Belize - Glover's Reef Atoll is one of only four atolls (ring-shaped reefs made of coral) in the western hemisphere, and a truly mesmerizing place to visit. The partially-submerged coral island, which is also a marine reserve, is 20 miles (about 32km) long, and is home to the richest variety of sea life in the Caribbean. The atoll is ringed with white sand beaches, dotted with coconut trees, and its interior lagoon boasts over 800 coral patches, with pinnacles rising above the water's surface. Active types can spend all day diving, swimming, snorkeling and fishing in the turquoise-blue water; while the atoll is also the perfect place to just lie on the sand, and do nothing at all. One thing is for sure: with its pristine setting, and relative obscurity, Glover's Reef is an undiscovered gem, and a honeymoon destination to put all others to shame.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
- Website
- www.glovers.com.bz
Mayan Ruins
A little-known fact about Belize is that its central lowlands were the original home of the ancient Maya world - and to this day, travelers to the region can visit the fascinating ruins of ancient Mayan cities, dating back more than 2,000 years. Modern-day Belize contains (among others) the sites of Caracol, Cerros, Lamanai, and Cahal Pech - all of which are significant archaeological locales in the history of Mesoamerican culture. The region's lush, steamy tropical jungle - where the screams of howler monkeys fill the air - is a spell-binding, other-worldly setting in which to view the Ruins, which themselves offer astonishing insights into one of the most famous and most revered of all ancient cultures. With 2012 Doomsday predictions coming thick and fast, those interested in the Mayan Calendar's end-of-the-world prophesies are bound to flock to Belize in great droves - so get there before the rush sets in.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
Glover's Reef Atoll
A World Heritage Site - and just 28 miles (about 45km) from mainland Belize - Glover's Reef Atoll is one of only four atolls (ring-shaped reefs made of coral) in the western hemisphere, and a truly mesmerizing place to visit. The partially-submerged coral island, which is also a marine reserve, is 20 miles (about 32km) long, and is home to the richest variety of sea life in the Caribbean. The atoll is ringed with white sand beaches, dotted with coconut trees, and its interior lagoon boasts over 800 coral patches, with pinnacles rising above the water's surface. Active types can spend all day diving, swimming, snorkeling and fishing in the turquoise-blue water; while the atoll is also the perfect place to just lie on the sand, and do nothing at all. One thing is for sure: with its pristine setting, and relative obscurity, Glover's Reef is an undiscovered gem, and a honeymoon destination to put all others to shame.
- Region/City Name
- Belize City
- Website
- www.glovers.com.bz
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