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Mayan temples
Pre-columbian archeological sites, the Maya ruins of Belize are part of the Mesoamerican Maya lowlands, occupied from 2000 BC until the arrival of Spanish conquistadores. Descendants still live in Central America and represent a minority among Belizean communities. The Mayan temples have been decreasing due to construction companies using the stones for road fill.
The caves
Most of Belize's caves were once privileged sites for the Maya to hold their religious rituals. Human skeletons, artifacts and ceramics are commonly found in the depths of the caves, sometimes only accessible swimming or climbing down the walls.
Ambergris Caye
Ambergris Caye, most northerly and largest of the 200 cayes along the coast of Belize, is located 20 minutes away from the barrier reef, making it a worldclass fishing, diving and snorkeling destination. The island's clear shallow waters and prevailing winds are ideal for sea activities such as windsurfing, sailing and kitesurfing. To the south of the island, San Pedro town provides a unique feel, offering international cuisine in beach side restaurants mixed with local cafes and bars serving traditional Belizean food.
San Ignacio
San Ignacio, capital of Cayo District, got started with mahogany and chicle production during the Colonial era, gradually evolving into the center of commerce and tourism for Western Belize. The area is home to Maya sites, numerous caves, Mountain Pine Ridge and Tapir Mountain Reserve. The twin towns of San Ignacio and Santa Elena also serve as a hub of agricultural activity. In San Ignacio is held every Saturday morning the biggest market in Western Belize where you can find all the local produce grown in the district.