Most everyone has heard of the Great Barrier Reef located off the northeastern coast of Australia. However, many people may not be aware that the second longest reef in the world is located in the Central American country in Belize. The reef's two largest land masses or cayes (pronounced keys) are Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye. On Ambergris Caye, the town of San Pedro is the main access point. The fastest mode of transportation available to visitors is the golf cart.
Belize City, which was the nation's capital until a hurricane severely damaged it in 1970, is still the main transportation hub for the country. This is where one is most likely to find reminders of Belize's past as a British colony. Even today, Belize is the only Central American country where English is recognized as the official language. Belize's indigenous past is honored on La Ruta Maya (The Route of the Maya) which starts north of Belize City.
Belize is closer to North America than one might think, located just south of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and such popular resort towns as Cancun , Cozumel and Tulum. So if a trip to Australia requires too much commitment, a vacation to Belize can definitely more within your reach.
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