Belize City is located in Belize at the mouth of the Belize River on the Caribbean Sea. Belize City is home to Belize’s major port, and is a major exporter of sugar, timber, and wood. The economy of Belize City is fueled by tourism and fish packing. Belize City has been devastated by hurricanes in 1931, 1961, and 1978. The city was the capital of Belize until 1970. Popular destinations in Belize City are the Swing Bridge and Memorial Park. The estimated population of Belize City is near 52,000 residents.
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