Editing Stann Creek District (section)

== Attractions ==
The Stann Creek District is also home to the [[Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary]] where [[South Stann Creek]] rises. Within the preserve is [[Victoria Peak (Belize)|Victoria Peak]], the second highest point in Belize, at {{convert|1120|m|ft|abbr=off|sp=us}} above sea level. The ethnic Garifuna village of [[Hopkins, Belize|Hopkins]] has recently undergone a huge transformation due to the growing tourism industry. [[Placencia]] is home to one of Belize's most popular tourist destinations due to its large selection of resorts, guest houses, hotels and white sandy beaches. The Garifuna are direct descendants of a group of African slaves who escaped two ship-wrecked Spanish slave ships near [[Saint Vincent and the Grenadines|St. Vincent]] in 1635. They celebrate a diverse and rich culture that is a blend of African traditions of music, dance and religious ceremonies; Native American farming, hunting, and fishing techniques; and a French and Arawak influenced language.