St George's Caye

St George's Caye was the site of the Belize settlement's first capital as well as a historic battle between British settlers and invading Spanish forces. The British prevailed at the Battle of St George on September 10, 1798 and Belizeans annually commemorate the day. Today, the attractive, small island holds vacation homes for the Belizean elite, one diving resort and a rest and relaxation complex for the British Army. The island is often visited on diving and snorkeling excursions and features a beach that offers good swimming.