24 Famous places to visit before they disappear
Belize Barrier Reef, Belize
A part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the world´s second largest coral reef system, the Belize Barrier Reef is the country´s top tourist destination, popular for scuba diving and snorkeling. Home to numerous animal species including whale sharks, manatees, and sturgeons, the area has suffered from severe coral bleaching, oceanic pollution, and uncontrolled fishing. It is estimated that about half of the corals have already been lost.
