Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Capital
Kingstown
Population
~111,000
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English
- Religion
- Christianity (Anglican majority)
- Climate
- Tropical maritime; warm year-round
Culture & History
Known for: Grenadines islands, sailing destinations, and banana production
Also famous for: La Soufrière volcano, Pirates of the Caribbean filming, and black sand beaches
Food: Roasted breadfruit and fried jackfish
Brief History
British colony; independence 1979; volcanic eruptions pose ongoing risk