Belmopan
Belmopan is the capital of Belize, nearer the geographic center of the country than (former capital) Belize City. It was established following the massive damage that occurred when Hurricane Hattie struck Belize City in 1961; an inland location was deemed a safer location for the national government than the low-lying seaside metropolis of Belize City.
[edit] Get inGetting in to Belmopan is easy; two highways serve as a entrance to Belmopan: the Hummingbird Highway and Western Highway. Travel from Belmopan to Belize City using the novelos or the batty bus lines is less than US$6 (BZD12) per person. [edit] Get aroundYou can get around Belmopan by car or taxi, but Belmopan is a small city. Walking can get you around and really show you the true city.
[edit][add listing] SeeThere is The Artbox, an art gallery which is great for tourists.
[edit][add listing] DoBelmopan is a good place to walk around the neighborhoods and market plazas. It is a great place to discover, as it has a low crime rate and is very laid back and relaxing.
[edit][add listing] BuyThings to buy in Belmopan include Belizean groceries and gifts from the gift shops. Angelus Press is a great place to shop for gifts where you can buy flags, maps, books and Belizean trinkets. Every Tuesday and Friday there is a market day held in the center of the city. Many locals set up booths selling inexpensive clothes, DVDs, trinkets, food, and produce. Many Belizians from surrounding towns and villages ride the bus to get to Belmopan's market day so it is a great way to experience the culture. If you want to experience it at its busiest point, plan to come early, because many booths close downs during the hottest part of the day. [edit][add listing] EatThere are a lot of clean Chinese-owned restaurants in Belmopan that make great Belizean food. The yim-sann restaurant has great food and is a 4-star restaurant/hotel.
[edit][add listing] DrinkDrink only the bottled water. [edit][add listing] Sleep
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