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Belmopan,
the Nation's Capital was re-established in the Cayo District following
devastation to the former capitol, Belize City, by Hurricane Hattie
in 1965. Belmopan is located approximately 50 miles southwest of Belize
City and 20 miles east of San Ignacio.
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You really can't say much
about Belmopan. It's the capital and it's on the way to San Ignacio.
The government offices are there and so is the university. You
can drive around the city in about 7-10 minutes depending on how
many times you must stop with someone crossing the street.
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Government Building
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Belmopan
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A population of only 6,000 makes
Belmopan the smallest capital in the world, which makes everything
close at hand. You can walk from your hotel to the government buildings
in a matter of minutes. If you prefer a taxi, it's $US 2.50 to anywhere
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Visitor Information
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Belmopan ~ Places
To Stay
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The Bull Frog Inn
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The Bull Frog Inn is highly recommend if you don't
have a budget. At least get there for lunch or dinner. It's wonderful.
Might be slow for breakfast and you may not get a menu. On my last
visit the menus were locked up behind the bar. |
| The Circle A Hotel |
Next door to the Bull Frog is a somewhat tidy and
cheaper place to stay, Circle A Hotel. But don't go out too late
at night, because they lock the gate and you've got to do some pleading
to get let back in. |
There is also a nice Chinese restaurant, if only I
could remember the name. I do remember they only sell the Premium Belikin
and the plates of food are generous.
Getting There
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Vehicle
Z-line and James buses depart
Belize City at the Pound Yard.
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