San Ignacio, Belize

town in western Belize

San Ignacio is a town in western Belize. It is the capital of Cayo District. The town grew from Mahogany and chicle production during British rule.

San Ignacio
Nickname: 
Cayo
Coordinates: 17°9′36.45″N 89°3′35.99″W / 17.1601250°N 89.0599972°W / 17.1601250; -89.0599972
CountryBelize
DistrictCayo
Founded1800s
Government
 • Mayor of San IgnacioJohn August Jr.
Elevation
76 m (249 ft)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total16,977
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central)
Websitewww.sanignaciotown.com

San Ignacio is on the banks of the Macal and Mopan Rivers.