Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are talking about
Barbados
If you like beautiful beaches, amazing food, and sun-drenched days, the island of Barbados should definitely be on your travel bucket list. These fun facts about Barbados will help you get to know the island better before you go.
Fun Facts About Barbados Geography and Population
1. Barbados is located in the Caribbean West Indies. Its nearest neighbors are St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
2. Barbados is the 13th smallest country in the world. With a total area of 169 square miles, it’s about 21 miles long at its longest point and 14 miles wide at its widest.
3. The island of Barbados is home to approximately 280,000 people. People from Barbados are usually referred to as Bajan or Barbadian.
4. Barbados is famous for its beaches and the island has about 60 miles of coastline.
5. Unlike many of the nearby volcanic islands, Barbados is mainly flat and has no volcanic activity of its own. The island was mostly formed by coral limestone.
6. Even though the Caribbean might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of surfing, Barbados is home to some amazing surf breaks and surfing competitions. World Champions even mention Soup Bowl as one of their all-time favorite surf breaks.
7. The official currency of Barbados is the Barbados dollar. Two Barbados dollars are equal to one United States Dollar.
8. The official language of Barbados is English and it’s spoken with a unique Bajan dialect.
9. Citizens of Barbados have access to universal healthcare and top-notch medical services. Many consider Barbados to have some of the best healthcare in the Caribbean.
10. Because of its tropical location, Barbados doesn’t have traditional “winter” and “summer” seasons. Instead, it has a wet season (June to November) and a dry season (December to May).
And as always have a chilled day from the Viking
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