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Corozal is the provincial capital of Corozal District in Belize.
background
In the course of the Classical period, the Maya city increased in importance Santa Rita at this point more and more. A few remains of the ruin can still be found in the city center. But when the Spaniards cut the trade routes, the Maya of that time lost their livelihood and the place became orphaned. This was to change in 1849 when Mexicans fled across the border in the course of the Caste War and built Fort Barlee here for their protection. Here they withdrew from raids by the Mayas. After the end of the Caste War, the situation relaxed and a place in typical Mexican architecture. That changed in 1955 when the place was completely destroyed by Hurricane Janet. Only 11 buildings remained. All other current buildings date from after 1955.
Most of the residents of Corozal work in cane sugar production. The tourist share is increasing steadily. Corozal is a first port of call for many tourists coming from Mexico who use Corozal to acclimate a little in Belize.
getting there
By plane
Corozal has a small airport that is served by some inland cities such as Belize City is flown from. The provider Tropic Air [1] e.g. flies to daily San Pedro (Belize). From there there are connections in the direction Belize City. There are also several transfer providers to the international airport in Corozal Chetumal available.
By bus
There are bus connections to Chetumal from Hotel Maya (South Street). There you can also get buses to Flores (Guatemala) You can also take Novelo's Bus Line at the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street South Orange Walk or Belize City Monday to Friday it is possible to take the bus to Copper Bank to drive. Departure is behind the post office. There is a daily bus to Emily's Coffee House Sarteneja
In the street
Coming from the south on the Northern Highway at Buena Vista right towards Libertad and Corozal Coming from the north, behind Remate, turn left towards Corozal
mobility
In general, everything in the city can be explored on foot. Otherwise taxis are also available. To Cerros can be translated by boat
Tourist Attractions
The city is small and clearly laid out. But if you take a closer look, you can easily find traces of history.
- Santa Rita. Here you will find a pyramid and smaller structures of the former Mayan city, which the Spaniards were able to drive out.
- Fort Barlee. This is where the Mexicans withdrew to protect themselves from the Spanish during the Caste Wars. Only the corner pillars of the fort can be found in the city center.
- museum. This is together with the Belize Tourism Board Office in a house from 1886 (1st Ave).
- Central Church
- City Hall. This can be found in 1st St S right next to the Central Church with colored drawings that reflect the history of Corozal.
The Mayan Ruin Cerros is in the vicinity.
activities
Corozal is on the Caribbean coast and there are plenty of places to jump in and cool off a bit.
In the Hotel Maya or in the Copa Banana (see #Accommodation) it is possible to rent bicycles or a car to explore the area.
In addition, guided trips to the surrounding area are offered, e.g. Cerros or day trips for diving e.g. in San Pedro (Belize) offered.
shop
kitchen
- Marcelo's pizza, No. 25 4th Avenue. Tel.: 501 4223275.
nightlife
accommodation
- Hotel Maya, PO Box 112, South End, Corozal Town. Tel.: 501 422-2082, 501 422-2874, Fax: 501 422-2827. Price: approx. US $ 40 per double room.
- Copa Banana, P.O. Box 226, 409 Bay Shore Drive. Tel.: 501 422-0284. Price: approx. US $ 55 per guest house.
