Economy of Virgin Islands

People of Virgin Islands : the original inhabitants of the islands are the people of the Awarak Indian and the Carib Indian races. However, the subsequent chequered history of the islands led to the arrival of people of several other races and cultures. So, now along with the original Indians, dark-skinned, white, Asians, West Indian, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and mixed races and others are also to be found.

Arts, Culture and Music of Virgin Islands : initially inhabited by Indians of the Arawak and Carib races, the Virgin Islands now comprise of a diverse and multicultural population. The traditional music of the islands is called the “Quelbe” which is sung with the aid of a musical instrument called ‘scratch bands'. Folk music is also popular in the islands.

Flag of Virgin Islands : the flag of the Virgin Islands is relatively simple in design, while mingling aspects of the US flag with its own individual identity. It comprises of a stark white backdrop on which is a yellow bald eagle – which is the official coat of arms of the US and also its national bird. A shield with a blue panel and on top and red and white stripes below lies on the body of the eagle. The left talon of the eagle is shown as clutching an olive branch, while the right is shown to be holding three arrows. On either side of the eagle appear the initials of the Virgin Islands – ‘V' and ‘I' – in blue.

Economy of Virgin Islands : most of the revenues in the islands are obtained from the tourism industry and those other subsidiary organizations associated with it. However, there are other things that keep the cash registers in the Virgin Islands ringing. These other contributors to the economy are refining of petroleum, textiles, electronic goods, medicines, watch assembling, rum distilling and materials used for construction.

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