Description about Antigua and Barbuda Map :-Antigua, the land of sand, sea and sun, is located in the Caribbean islands of Central America. Antigua is a world renowned tourist spot and a part of the county of Antigua-Barbuda.
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Neighboring Countries
The nearest countries to Antigua and Barbuda are other island nations, including St Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, the French territory of Guadeloupe and the British territories of Montserrat and Anguilla.
Major Cities
- St. John's (capital)
- Codrington
- English Harbor
- Falmouth
- Half Moon Bay
Antigua and Barbuda is an island nation, located between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean in the middle of the Leeward Islands and part of the Lesser Antilles. The country's territory consists of the two major islands, Antigua and Barbuda, plus smaller islands, which Great Bird, Green, Guinea, Long, Maiden, and Redonda.
The islands are located just north of the equator, and has a temperate climate. The country's terrain is dominated by low limestone, with hilly regions and the remnants of a volcano, which was renamed Mount Obama in 2009. The peak, which was previously called Boggy Peak, is the highest point in the country, standing 402 meters (1319 feet) above sea level on Antigua, and is part of the Shekerley Mountains. Barbuda's terrain is low and flat, but features a highland plateau, and its highest point is just 42 meters (146 feet) above sea level. There are no significant rivers on the islands.
With its long coastlines, Antigua and Barbuda is said to have 365 beaches, which are sandy, with many natural lagoons, harbors, and coral reefs offshore.
Points of Interest
The top tourist attractions of Antigua and Barbuda are by far the islands' beaches, with their soft white sands and clear waters. Antigua is the more popular destination for a beach vacation, with many options for luxurious resorts, while Barbuda is more remote for a quieter vacation off the beaten path, though the facilities are fewer and far between.
The main town in Antigua is the capital, St. John's, where visitors will likely enter the country to find local cuisine, markets, nightlife, and outdoor recreation, including scuba diving and snorkeling. For a bit of history, the first British settlement is located at Falmouth, and is home to Monks Hill, a fort built by the British in the 1800s. Shirley Heights is a scenic lookout over English Harbor. On Barbuda, the main town is Codrington, which has a small population along with a frigate bird colony, and plenty of undisturbed beaches.
Transportation
The international airport in Antigua and Barbuda is V.C. Bird International, outside of the capital in St. John's. The airport serves destinations across the Caribbean, as well as to the Americas and Europe. For flights into Barbuda, the main airport is Codrington Airport. The other option for entering Antigua and Barbuda is by boat, as the country is a popular stop for Caribbean cruises, as well as for people traveling via luxury yachts.
To get between the islands, there are ferries between Antigua and Barbuda. To get around the islands, there are cars for rent for fairly cheap, as well as a plethora of taxis and buses. Small boats can be hired for tours around the islands as well.
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Last Updated On : June 12,2020
Facts about Antigua and Barbuda
ContinentNorth America
Lat Long17°5N 61°48W
Area170 sq mi
Population89,069 (2012)
CapitalSaint John's
Largest CitySaint John's
Official LanguagesAntiguan Creole
Major ReligionChristianity
PresidentElizabeth II ( Monarch)
Vice PresidentSir Rodney Williams ( Governor-General)
Prime MinisterGaston Browne
CurrencyEast Caribbean dollar(XCD)
GDP$1.535 billion (2012 est.)
Calling Code1
Time Zone(UTC-04:00)
Internet TLD.ag