Terra Nova
Belize, Cayo
Terra Nova
LocationBelize, Cayo
RegionCayo
TypeForest Reserve
Coordinates16.9500°, -89.0500°
Established1994
Area24.28
Nearest CitySan Ignacio (50 km)
About Terra Nova
World's first ethnobiomedical forest reserve, established to preserve traditional Maya medicinal plants and knowledge. Managed by the Belize Association of Traditional Healers in partnership with the Belize Forest Department near the Guatemalan border.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Terra Nova located?
Terra Nova is located in Cayo, Belize at coordinates 16.95, -89.05.
How do I get to Terra Nova?
To get to Terra Nova, the nearest city is San Ignacio (50 km).
How large is Terra Nova?
Terra Nova covers approximately 24.28 square kilometers (9 square miles).
When was Terra Nova established?
Terra Nova was established in 1994.