Belize

Belize belongs to the continent of North America, where it has a coastal position and is bordered by Guatemala, Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. There are seven continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, Australia (Oceania). North America is the world's third largest continent, occupying a total area of 24,490,000 km2. North America has 23 countries, plus many other territories, and forms 16.5% of the world's landmass. Belize is a coastal country that covers a total area of approximately 22,966 km2. It is a small country occupying part of Central America. Belize is slightly larger by land area than El Salvador.

The following border information provides details on the length of Belize's borders:
Coastline 386 km, Guatemala 266 km, Mexico 276 km.

Belize has a very hot and humid tropical climate with a rainy season that occurs between May and November. The geography of Belize is formed by numerous streams and rivers, low Maya Mountain region in the south, lowlands in the north, and a flat swampy coastal region. This is the only Central American country that does not border the North Pacific Ocean. The lowest point of Belize is the Caribbean Sea at 0m, and the highest point of elevation is Doyle's Delight at 1,124m.

The official language of Belize is English, although more than half of the population speak Spanish as a first language. Many people also speak Creole and Maya, and a small percentage speak the languages of German and Garifuna.

The primary religion of Belize is Roman Catholic at approximately 40% of the population. Around 31% are Protestant. The remaining population either belongs to other religions or no religion at all.

Natural resources can be defined as materials and substances that occur naturally on Earth. Natural resources are very important across the world, and can be exploited for economic gain. An individual country's natural resources can depend on many factors including the climate, geography and location. Some countries, such as Russia, The United States, Saudi Arabia and Canada, are rich with natural resources, where as others have practically none. Food, construction and transport are three primary examples of uses of natural resources. The following information provides examples of these uses: fish occurs naturally in streams, rivers, lakes and oceans, and can be caught for food consumption. Wood/timber can be extracted from forests for construction purposes, i.e. to build homes and furniture. Crude oils can be refined into different kinds of fuels in order to power vehicles/cars. The natural resources found in Belize include arable land suitable for growing crops, timber, fish and hydropower (water power).

Each country has its own individual culture, history and identity. Flags, emblems, symbols, colors, anthems, songs and mottos represent the national pride and identity of countries across the globe. These national symbols are formed through the unique history of a nation and are symbolic of both hardship and prosperity, embodying freedom, strength and unity. Flags, emblems, colors, songs and mottos reflect the past, present and future aspirations of a country, and create an important image to the rest of the world. National symbols can include a mixture of things that are symbolic to a nation such as wildlife, plants, geographical features, crops, tools of agriculture, and tools of war. The following facts and information provide a guide to some of the most important national symbols, songs and colors of Belize: