Barbados
Barbados is the easternmost island in the Lesser Antilles. It is flat in comparison to its island neighbours to the west, the Windward Islands. The island rises gently to the central highland region, with the highpoint of the nation being Mount Hillaby, in the geological Scotland District, 340 metres (1,120 ft) above sea level. The island is situated in the Atlantic Ocean, east of the other West Indies Islands.
In the parish of Saint Michael lies Barbados’ capital and main city, Bridgetown. Other major towns scattered across the island include Holetown, in the parish of Saint James; Oistins, in the parish of Christ Church; and Speightstown, in the parish of Saint Peter.
Country | Barbados |
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Population | 277,821 |
Visa requirements | No Visa Required |
Languages spoken | English |
Currency used | Barbadian Dollars (BBD) $1 USD - $2 BBD |
Area (km2) | 439 km² 166 sq mi |