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Jamaica

Americas · Caribbean

Capital
Kingston
Population
2.9M
Area
10,991 km²
Region
Caribbean
Languages
English, Jamaican Patois
Currency
Jamaican dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

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

Famous Personality

Usain Bolt

athlete

He is an Olympic sprint legend and widely regarded as the fastest man in history.

Local Delicacy

Jerk chicken

This spicy grilled chicken is seasoned with Jamaica's famous jerk marinade.

National Symbols

National animalJamaican hutia
National birdRed-billed streamertail

Famous Landmark & Geography

Dunn's River Falls, a famous landmark of Jamaica

Dunn's River Falls

This famous waterfall is a major natural attraction where visitors can climb the cascades.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropSugarcane

Sugarcane has long been one of Jamaica's classic cash crops and remains historically important in agriculture.

Most grown fruitBanana

Bananas are a major traditional fruit crop in Jamaica and well known in both domestic use and export.

Major Cities

Kingston Montego Bay Spanish Town Portmore Mandeville

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Blue Mountain Peak2,256 m
2John Crow Peak1,140 m

Major Airports

Sangster International Airport · Montego Bay
IATA MBJICAO MKJS
Norman Manley International Airport · Kingston
IATA KINICAO MKJP
Ian Fleming International Airport · Ocho Rios
IATA OCJICAO MKBS

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Drum kit

The drum kit drives reggae, ska, dancehall, and many of Jamaica’s most influential popular styles.

2
Bass guitar

Bass guitar is foundational in Jamaican music, where deep basslines define reggae and dub.

3
Electric guitar

Electric guitar is central to reggae, ska, and rocksteady rhythm and lead playing.

4
Steelpan

Steelpan is widely played in Jamaica, especially in festive and pan ensemble traditions.

5
Bamboo saxophone

The bamboo saxophone is a traditional folk wind instrument associated with mento and rural Jamaican music.

Major Rivers

Black River Rio Minho Martha Brae River Rio Cobre