Dangriga Belize

Dangriga is a sea-side town and is situated at a distance of 55 miles from Belmopan and 105 miles from the Belize city. Dangriga is the largest town in the entire Stann Creek District and has a population of about 8100. Dangriga in Belize is stretched along the banks of the North Stann Creek River and the town gets refreshing cool drinking water supply. The atmosphere of Dangriga town still holds the charismatic dreamy environment of the bygone days.

Tourist will just love this Belize town as it offer lots of things to explore and enjoy. The cultural facets of Belize can be explored to the maximum by visiting the town of Dangriga. The Gulisi Garifuna Museum of Dangriga displays the cultural and historical foregrounds of the Garifuna people.

Other places of interest are Thomas Vincent Ramos Monument, Drums of my Father Monument and the National Garifuna Council Headquarters. Dangriga has exemplary artists and craftsmen and they are masters in creating incredible paintings and artworks. Benjamin Nicholas and Austin Rodriguez are the famous art personalities in Dangriga.

Sporting events form an important part of Dangriga culture and the town explodes in vibrant color on 19th November as this particular day is Garifuna Settlement day. Dangriga with its unique cultural and historical backdrop forms a matter of pride among all the Belize towns and cities.