Jamaica
Capital
Kingston
Population
~2.8 million
Currency
Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English
- Religion
- Christianity, Rastafarianism
- Climate
- Tropical marine; warm and sunny year-round with a rainy season (May to October)
Culture & History
Known for: reggae music (Bob Marley), sprint athletes, and all-inclusive resorts
Also famous for: beaches, Blue Mountains, and Jerk Chicken
Food: Jerk chicken
Brief History
Spanish and British colony; gained independence in 1962; known for its music, culture, and athletic achievements