Laser-Etched Cityscape of Orange Walk Town

Updated at 2025-04-22

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A vivid laser engraving brings to life the distinctive sights of Orange Walk Town, Belize. A Guatemalan crocodile peeks from the New River—Belize’s longest river—inviting viewers to explore the region’s rich culture. To the left stands the Lamanai archaeological site, whose name means submerged crocodile in the Mayan language. On the right, the Tower Hill Sugar Mill symbolizes the town’s economic lifeline, while the central clock tower beside the city hall serves as a visual emblem of Orange Walk’s identity.

Details

Name

Laser-Etched Cityscape of Orange Walk Town

Giver

Ladrick Sheppard, Mayor, Orange Walk Town

Friendly States

Belize

City

Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District

Alliance Date: June 1, 2024
Language: English
Area: 19 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 15,000 people
Main Industries/Features: Renowned for its sugar industry, Orange Walk Town is nicknamed “Sugar City” due to its Tower Hill Sugar Factory, which controls the nation's sugarcane production. Tourism is another key industry in Orange Walk Town, as tourists travel from around the world to the town for its picturesque ecological tours and historic Mayan cultural sites.

Size

17cm*1.5cm*25.5cm