Belmopan
The capital and largest city in Belize, Belmopan is a beautiful city with great tourist attractions, a vibrant atmosphere and beautiful surroundings. For good reason, Belmopan continues to be one of the most visited cities in Belize. Many people flock to Belmopan every year to discover all that this city has to offer visitors. Here are a few things that are not to be missed by anyone traveling in this beautiful and diverse city.
Market Square
Located in the heart of the city, Market Square is the perfect location for tourists to come and eat delicious Belizean cuisine, observe the locals and purchase beautiful handicrafts. The Square is one of the most vibrant parts of Belmopan and continues to attract many visitors year after year. At Market Square, you can get a glimpse into what Belize’s culture is really all about by eating authentic food and purchasing locally made goods. Also, because many of Belmopan’s residents can be found at Market Square, it has fewer tourists and is a great place to mingle with the natives!
The National Assembly
Beautifully situated in the heart of Belmopan, the National Assembly buildings were designed to give an insight into Belize’s past by being constructed in the form of an ancient Mayan temple. While many of these buildings are closed to the public, come to the National Assembly to simply see this architecturally stunning building and to learn about Belize’s rich history and heritage in the process.
Valentine Cycle Race
If you are fortunate enough to be in Belmopan on February 14th, the Valentine Cycle Race is a must-see. This vibrant bicycle race is Belize’s Tour De France. Come to this race to experience one of the liveliest, fun and culturally stimulating events that you will ever experience in Belize!
Come to Belmopan and experience Belize in a beautiful, interesting and unforgettable way!
