Jamaica facts include complete and precise information regarding every aspect of the country. Abounding in spectacular landscapes, stunning beaches, pretty mountain scenery, and the island houses a
population of around 2.6 million and has
Kingston as its capital city.
With a size of 4411 square miles, Jamaica is a little smaller than the state of Connecticut in U.S. Jamaica has a length of 146 miles and a width of 22-51 miles. The annual population growth is 0.46%.Hot and humid weather conditions typical of a
tropical climate, with a temperate interior, prevails in Jamaica. The average annual rainfall is 78 inches. Some significant places in Jamaica are: Kingston/ Montego Bay/ Mandeville/ Port Antonio/ Ocho Rios/ Negril/
Though the locals speak
Jamaican language-Patois, the official language is English. The
Ethnic groups comprising Jamaica are: Black (90.9%), mixed (7.3%), East Indian (1.3%), White (0.2%), Chinese (0.2%). The dominant
religion of Jamaica is Christianity.
Natural resources of Jamaica include bauxite, gypsum and limestone. The major exports of the country are bauxite, sugar, coffee, citrus products, rum, cocoa etc. The
GDP per capita of Jamaica is US 3350.
The
Governor General appointed by the monarch of England is the Head of State. The Head of Government is the
Prime Minister elected by the Jamaican people and leads the majority party in the House of Representatives. The Jamaican
flag is made up of 3 colors-green, black, gold. Black symbolizes hardships. Gold stands for natural wealth and beauty. Green shows hope and agricultural resources.
Jamaica is famous for:
- Blue Mountain Coffee
- The Jamaican Bobsled team
- Reggae Music and Bob Marley
- Jerk Sauce
- The attractive beaches and coral reefs
Jamaican
currency is called Jamaican Dollars (JMD). Bank notes are of denominations $50, $100, $500, $1000. Coins are of amounts 1 cent, 5 cents, 10 cents, 25 cents, 50 cents, $1, $10 and $20.Approximately $60 Jamaican dollars equal $1 U.S dollar.
