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Orange Walk District and its principal town of the same name, are situated north of Belize City. Orange Walk Town is about 55 miles from Belize City. The main tourist attractions are the New River and the famous Mayan ruins of Lamanai. Mexican influence is evident and there are some Mennonite communities in the area. |
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| ESSENCE OF THE AREA |
| Mayan world, and Jungle experience. Lamanai, the Mayan ruin site known for its history. River tours to Lamanai, an exotic river journey. After the boat docks at Lamanai, you are ready to absorb Mayan civilization.
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| RECOMMENDED STAY |
| Two or three nights |
| RECOMMENDED SIGHTSEEING & ACTIVITIES |
| Hiking, jungle treks, birding, river excursions, guided tours to the ruins, horseback riding. |
| MUST SEE |
| Lamanai Maya ruins, New River Voyage. Most visitors opt to reach Lamanai on a spectacular boat ride up New River, from the Tower Hill toll bridge south of Orange Walk.
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