The Mayan Culture: Then and Now |
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Author:
| Wonning, Gary |
ISBN: | 978-1-4791-0544-1 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2012 |
Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $17.95 |
Book Description:
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It doesn't take long to discover that Belize is a land of contrasts. From the poverty and disarray of the cities to the quiet countryside, many differences are soon found.With poverty and crime running rampant in cities such as Belize City and Belmopan, the traveler has to be constantly aware of his surroundings and protect whatever is being carried. Remember ,that camera hanging around your neck is worth more than the average Belizean earns in a year. All that aside, the Mayan people...
More DescriptionIt doesn't take long to discover that Belize is a land of contrasts. From the poverty and disarray of the cities to the quiet countryside, many differences are soon found.With poverty and crime running rampant in cities such as Belize City and Belmopan, the traveler has to be constantly aware of his surroundings and protect whatever is being carried. Remember ,that camera hanging around your neck is worth more than the average Belizean earns in a year. All that aside, the Mayan people are wonderfully warm people many of whom go out of their way to please visitors.Traveling into the country side one discovers thatch roof homes with no doors or windows. Because of the warm climate , they can live comfortably all year with a gently breeze flowing through the open windows and doors.