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Belize District, situated at the center of the country, bears witness to a fascinating past. The first European settlers of the Belize district were the loggers and pirates. Intermixing of the Europeans with the African slaves resulted in the Creole population existent within the district that covers 1633 sq miles. Belize city, the largest one in the whole country, is located in the Belize district.
The natural beauty of the Belize district is largely because of the geographical features. The mangrove swamps of the outskirts of the District of Belize gives way to the savanna grasslands in the interiors. The Belize district is adorned with flowing rivers and the inland lagoons. The islands forming parts of Belize district provide another dimension to the beauty.
The Belize district is accessible from the International Airport at Ladyville and the port at Belize. The tourist attractions of the district of Belize include the swing bridge, tourist village, Belize Zoo, Government House, Altun Ha, the ruins of the Mayan civilization etc. A glimpse of the flora and fauna of the Belize District is offered by the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary, Blue Hole National Park, Hol Chan Marine Reserve and others.
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