Belize: History & Culture
Belize. It’s a place where life slows down.
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Walking through this Central American country is like walking through time. From its glittering shores to its dense rainforests, people have lived here for thousands of years.
The earliest people to settle in Belize were the Mayans, in around 1500BC. Their two thousand year-old temples still stand today, waiting for you explore them Indiana-Jones style.
Today, Belize is a vibrant and exciting mix of backgrounds and cultures.
These English-speaking towns are relaxed and friendly, but there’s no urgency or stress here. It’s a diverse explosion of colour and joy. A place where just going to the market can bring a smile to your face.
This diversity is reflected in the country’s cuisine that bursts with taste and flavour. With Mayan, Caribbean and Mexican influences, food is a way of life here, and wandering the streets can be a culinary adventure.
In the more rural parts of Belize, you can experience the food of the Mayas, and learn how to make the best chocolate you will ever eat.
Organic chocolate and bananas are all part of a blossoming food economy and travel experience.
Belize is changing quickly. Its economy and accessibility is growing, and it’s becoming a dream destination for visitors looking for reef, rainforest, and fascinating culture.
But no matter what you are looking for, it’s safe to say that Belize offers the fun side of life.
Belize and the Maya History
Although Belize's Maya occupation began as early as 1500 BC, it was during the Classic period of 250 AD to 900 AD that the population is thought to have exceeded one million people. Archaeological remains of the ancient Maya include pottery, skeletons, stelae, and tall palaces, temples, and ceremonial centers.
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A Mayan experience in Belize
Being invited into a Mayan household and learning about the everyday life of Mayan family, food, making chocolate and weaving.
Heartland of the Belize Maya with Island Expeditions
Experience the Maya Culture of Belize with Island Expeditions. Explore the deep southern regions, where most tourists don't venture. Be welcomed into homes, and experience the indigenous culture of Belize in the heart of the rainforest. Not to be missed.
Visit Belize - 10 Things That SHOCK Tourists about Belize
Whether visiting Caye Cauler, San Ignacio, Belize City or Cave Tubing and Seeing Mayan sights there are a lot of great culture shocks for travelers when they visit Belize. Here are some fun travel tips and Belizian cultural tips for tourists heading to Belize.
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San Lazaro Belize - Have you ever visited a Maya & Mestizo Museum in Belize?
Maya Mestizo Culture in Belize is still very much alive! The Maya Mestizo are very pleasant and would invite you in their homes as they are also very hospitable!
Mayan Culture Tours in Belize Ek'Balam Belize Mayan Game Champions!
Belize is full of culture. Check out a Maya Ritual not many practice and see Ger & Sean in Action as they enjoy a Mayan Ball Game. Mayan Ball game pok a tok.
Preserving the Maya Heritage - Sak Tunich Belize
Mr. Magana, the founder of Sak-Tunich Maya Site, strives to promote and preserve the Maya heritage through traditional Maya ceremonies and his Maya family project. We were invited to witness a couple's timeless moment exchanging vows at Xunantunich Archaeological Site and to also visit Sak-Tunich in San Antonio Village. Here is a short documentary for our experience with Mr. Magana at Sak-Tunich.
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TOP 5 ETHNIC GROUPS IN BELIZE
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Belize melting pot of ethic groups. We are wonderful peoples please come and visit us.
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Belize an Introduction
When you travel to Belize, you will take part in a host of extraordinary, untrodden experiences, but you wont feel like a stranger in this land. One of the most endearing aspects of the Belizean people is their ability to achieve a very real and intimate connection with visitors from any country and every walk of life. The warm and friendly welcome youll receive in Belize combined with the breathtaking adventures youll experience will stir your soul, expand your mind and forever change your life.
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Traditional Mayan Chocolate Making in Placencia, Belize!
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As my time in Placencia, Belize continued, I headed out to get some breakfast and learn how Mayan chocolate is made with my friend at Taste Belize!
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DE’TACH: Here, I tried a Belizean breakfast, fry jacks! Mine was stuffed with scrambled eggs, refried beans, ham, and bacon. We also had traditional non-stuffed fry jacks and Johnny cakes.
MAYAN VILLAGE: At this Mayan village, they have over 3000 trees on a 10-acre plot. Belize grows some of the best cacao in the world!
CHE’IL MAYAN CHOCOLATE FACTORY: At this local chocolate factory, I learned how to grind cacao nibs into a chocolate paste, make chocolate bars, and even tried a cocoa drink and a “chocolate martini!”
SOUTHERN HIGHWAY SNACKS & CAFÉ: Here, I had an amazing chicken tamale with some habanero salsa. It was inexpensive but flavorful and made for a great snack
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10 Most Amazing Mayan Ruins - Travel Video
For almost a millennium, the ancient ruins of great architecture lay buried beneath the jungle vegetation on the Yucatan Peninsula. Abandoned by their creators these ancient temples and pyramids are a stunning reminder of a powerful civilization that once ruled the people of Central America. Although the accomplishments of the ancient Mayans are astonishing, no city would escape the inevitable collapse. One by one they were swallowed by the rainforest leaving the amazing Mayan ruins hidden, waiting to be discovered.
Exploring the Maya Site of ALTUN HA - Belize
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Maya Site of Caracol Natural Monument - Belize
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Belize Melting Pot of Cultures
The people of Belize have an array of traditions and customs that represent more than 10 diverse cultures. This is truly a melting pot of colorful personalities, making the 314,000 residents of Belize the countrys greatest resource on the tourism front. The Belizean people are comprised of a harmonious combination of Maya, Mestizo, Creole, Garifuna, East Indian, Mennonite, Arab and Chinese, as well as a number of European, American and other expatriates, a combination which has resulted in one of the happiest and most peaceful countries in the region and a widespread reputation as one of the friendliest tourist destinations in the world!
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Mayan Shaman's Guide to Medicinal Plants in Belize
An interview with Martinez, a Mayan shaman we met during a trip to Belize. He tells us about natural medicinal herbs and plants found in Central America.
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Immerse yourself in the ancient Mayan culture by visiting a modern Mayan home. Give yourself something to look forward to in Belize.
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Belize: The Year of the Maya Promo
For a fascinating experience along the Caribbean coast of Central America, Belize has it all. This is a place where mysterious jungles surround the ruins of human history. Where the Caribbean sea holds a world of beauty; where Mayan, Creole, Latin, and Garyfuna cultures mingle... where eco-tourism is keeping both the land and the sea wild...you'll be surprised at how much adventure and culture this country has to offer!
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Be One With Belize - Part 5 - Belizean Culture
Part 5 of a six part presentation on the small Central American nation of Belize. This part is an overview of the different cultures in Belize and how a traveler might experience them. Cultures highlighted include the Maya, Mennonite, and Garifuna.