Belize Cultural Diversity and History

• Belize is located in Central America and borders Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the south.
• Belize has giant Mayan pyramids and the world’s second largest barrier reef.
• Belize has a mélange of over ten different cultures which are concentrated in specific areas in the six districts.
• Belize is the only country in Central America that has a significant East Indian (Indian)/South Asian community comprising four percent (7,000 persons) of the multi-ethnic population.
• After the abolition of African slavery, Indians went to Belize to provide an alternate source of labour in the sugarcane, banana and lumber industries.
• Unlike any other Caribbean country, Belize experienced three waves of Indian migration, commencing in 1858.

Test your knowledge about the cultural diversity and history of Belize, including its diverse population, historical migrations, and significant landmarks.