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Barbados is a beautiful island nation in the Caribbean. This small country covers a total area of 166 sq miles. The estimated population of Barbados is 284,589 (2009). The per capita nominal GDP of the country is $14,326. English is used as the official language and Bajan is the most recognized regional languages. Most of the people belong to the Christian community, primarily Anglicans and Seventh-Day Adventists. Minority religions include Hinduism, Islam, the Baha'i Faith, and Judaism.
History
Barbados was peopled by Caribs and Arawak clans during the period of European settlement in the 16th century. At one time, Barbados was a Portuguese and Spanish protectorate called as Os Barbados or Los Barbados. It turned into an English, and subsequently a British settlement in 1625. It served as a British settlement from 1625 till 1966. Since 1966, it has been a sovereign kingdom and parliamentary democracy, patterned on the British Westminster model. Queen of Barbados, Elizabeth II, is the head of government.
Barbados is one of the top tourist draws in the Caribbean and is the most urbanized island in the area. The Human Development Index of the country is 0.788. In terms of per capita GDP (gross domestic product), it is the 51st richest nation in the world. The country is home to a well-balanced mixed economic system and a reasonably high lifestyle cost. As stated by the World Bank, it is listed as one of the 66 top high-income economies in the world. Major industries include sugar, tourism, component assembly for export, and light manufacturing. Barbados exports sugar and syrups, manufactures, rum, chemicals, foods and beverages, and electrical parts. It imports machinery, consumer goods, construction materials, foodstuffs, fuel, chemicals, and electrical parts.
Maps of Barbados:- The island nation of Barbados covers a total area of 166 sq miles. It is the 180th most populated country in the world. Find Barbados on the world map by getting a helpful map of the island nation.
Administrative Regions: Barbados is divided into 11 parishes.
Hotels: Beach View Saint James, Little Arches Hotel Christ Church, and Sugar Cane Club Hotel & Spa Saint Peter are some of the deluxe hotels in Barbados.
Cities: Bridgetown, Holetown, Oistins, and Speightstown are some of the important cities in Barbados. Bridgetown is the state capital.
Travel:- The immaculate sandy beaches, interior highlands, and historical sites all contribute to making Barbados a wonderful traveler destination.
Business and Economy: Aruba's three major economic pillars are: tourism, foreign direct investment, and the international business sector.
Education: Education in Barbados is based mostly on the British pattern.
Events and Festivals: Crop Over Festival, Holetown Festival, and Carlisle Bay Water Festival are some of the popular events in Barbados.
History and culture: The tradition of Barbados is a combination of British and West African traditions.| BARBADOS MAPS & INFORMATION |
