Cayo District, Administrative district in western Belize.
The Cayo District extends over 5,200 square kilometers of land, encompassing mountains, rainforests, rivers, and agricultural territories in the western region of Belize.
The district contains multiple archaeological sites from the Maya civilization, including the extensive ruins of Caracol, which covers more than 55 square miles.
San Ignacio, the district capital, represents a mix of Maya, Mestizo, Creole, Garifuna, Chinese, East Indian, and European communities living together.
Two major highways serve the district: the Western Highway connecting Belize City to Guatemala, and the Hummingbird Highway linking Belmopan to the coastal region.
The Spanish Lookout Mennonite community maintains large-scale agricultural operations, producing dairy products, meat, and various crops for the entire country.
Location: Belize
Capital city: San Ignacio
Elevation above the sea: 654 m
Shares border with: Belize District, Orange Walk District, Petén Department, Stann Creek District, Toledo District
GPS coordinates: 16.83333,-88.91667
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:54
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