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Cayman Islands

Americas · Caribbean

Capital
George Town
Population
64.2K
Area
264 km²
Region
Caribbean
Languages
English
Currency
Cayman Islands dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

Cayman Islands
Americas · Caribbean
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ContinentAmericas · Caribbean
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Cayman Islands is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Cayman Kelly

musician

He is known as a leading Caymanian entertainer and cultural performer.

Local Delicacy

Conch stew

This island favorite is made with conch simmered in a richly seasoned broth.

National Symbols

National animalGreen sea turtle
National birdGrand Cayman parrot

Famous Landmark & Geography

Seven Mile Beach, a famous landmark of Cayman Islands

Seven Mile Beach

It is the Cayman Islands' best-known beach, famous for clear water and white sand.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropCoconut

Coconut has historically been the Cayman Islands' most characteristic crop, though agriculture is small-scale.

Most grown fruitMango

Mango is one of the most widely grown and familiar fruit trees across the Cayman Islands.

Major Cities

George Town West Bay Bodden Town

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1The Bluff43 m

Major Airports

Owen Roberts International Airport · George Town
IATA GCMICAO MWCR
Charles Kirkconnell International Airport · Cayman Brac
IATA CYBICAO MWCB

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Steelpan

Steelpan is highly visible in Caymanian festivals and reflects the islands' broader Caribbean musical ties.

2
Fiddle

The fiddle is a classic instrument in traditional Caymanian dance and quadrille music.

3
Guitar

The guitar is widely played in Caymanian folk, church and popular music.

4
Drum

Hand drums and bass drums help drive rhythm in parade, folk and festive island music.

5
Accordion

Accordion has been used in social dance music and older Caribbean-influenced Caymanian traditions.