Carribean is a region of group of Islands in the Carribean Sea. It is located in southeast of the gulf of Mexico and the North American mainland, east of central America and North of South America. Some island belong to a territory and some are independent.
Carribean Includes:
1. CUBA - Havana
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Cayo Coco, Cuba |
Havana is the capital of Cuba and the largest city in the Caribbean. It is also one of the most culturally rich urban centres in the world. It is known for the Spanish colonial architecture of its 16th-century Old Havana core, including Castillo de la Real fort, now a maritime museum. The city attracts over a million tourist annually. The city is noted for its history, culture, architecture and monuments.
2. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - Santo Domingo
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Santo Domingo |
Santo Domingo is the capital of the
Dominican Republic and one of the Caribbean's oldest cities. It is also the largest city in the Caribbean by population. It is officially know as
"Santo Domingo de Guzman". It was the first seat of the Spanish colonial rule in the New World. And the site of the first
university, cathedral, castle, monastery, and fortress.
3. HAITI - Port au Prince
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Labadee Beach And Village |
Port-au-Prince is the capital and the largest city of the Caribbean country of Haiti. The population was estimated at 897,859 in 2009 with the metropolitan area estimated at a population of 2,296,386.
4. THE BAHAMAS - Nassau
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Nassau Downtown |
Nassau is the capital and the largest city of Bahamas, a member of the
British Commonwealth. It lies on the island of New Providence with neighboring Paradise Island accessible via Nassau Harbor Bridges. A popular cruise-ship stop, it's know for its beaches and coral reefs, destination for diving and snorkeling.The city is full of culture and modern amenities.
5. JAMAICA - Kingston
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Rockhouse Hotel Negril |
Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica, located on the southeastern coast of the island. It faces a natural harbour protected by the
Palisadoes, a long sand spit which connects the town of
Port Royal and the Norman Manley International Airport to the rest of the island.
6. TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - Port of Spain
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Lenagan Island |
Port of Spain is the capital city of Trinidad and Tobago, a bustling and friendly city. Has the tall buildings, neon lights and crowded streets of many cities, but also a multicultural Caribbean character and a homegrown calypso soundtrack.
7. DOMINICA - Roseau
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Calibishie |
Roseau is the capital and the largest city of Dominica. It is a small and compact urban settlement, located within the
Saint George parish and surrounded by the
Caribbean Sea, the Roseau River and Morne Bruce.
8. SAINT LUCIA - Castries
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SAINT LUCIA - Castries |
Castries is the capital and the largest city of Saint Lucia, a country in the Caribbean. It is in a flood gut and is built on reclaimed land.
It houses the seat of government and the head offices of many of foreign and local businesses. The city's design is in a grid pattern. Its sheltered harbour receives cargo vessels, ferry boats, and cruise ships. Many restaurants offer menus from local to Chinese. Supermarkets and other shopping facilities provide goods. The city is well served by a bus system and taxi service.
9. ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA - Saint John's
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Clapton |
St. John's is the capital and largest city of Antigua and Barbuda
, a country located in the West Indies
in the Caribbean Sea
. With a population of 81,799, St. John's is the commercial centre of the nation and the chief port of the island of Antigua
.
10. BARBADOS - Bridgetown
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BARBADOS - Bridgetown |
Bridgetown is the capital of Barbados
, the eastern most island of the Caribbean
. Bridgetown is the only city on Barbados and well over half the island's residents live there. Bridgetown is the port of call for many cruise ships and is known for its duty-free shopping as much as for its more cultural and historical attractions.
11. SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES - Kingstown
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Kingstown |
Kingstown, the capital of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is a major port city for the Caribbean island chain. The city features a series of surviving 19th century buildings, including St George's Cathedral, known for its beautiful stained glass, and the Romanesque Cathedral of the Assumption. In the wharf area, visitors can see structures built from the tile and red brick that was used as ballast on trading ships from Britain, or head up to Fort Charlotte for a stunning view of the city.
12. GRENADA - Saint George's
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GRENADA - Saint George's |
St. George's is the capital
of Grenada
. The Town is surrounded by a hillside of an old volcano
crater and is on a horseshoe-shaped harbor. The Town is a popular Caribbean
tourist destination. The town has significantly developed in recent years, while preserving its history, culture, and natural beauty.
13. SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS - Basseterre
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SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS - Basseterre
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Basseterre is one of the oldest towns in the Eastern Caribbean
. Estimated population 15,500 in 2000, is the capital
of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis
in the West Indies
. The city lies within the parish of Saint George Basseterre
and the southern part of the parish of Saint Peter Basseterre
.