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Saint Kitts and Nevis

Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis

Americas · Caribbean

Capital
Basseterre
Population
52.4K
Area
261 km²
Region
Caribbean
Languages
English
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

Saint Kitts and Nevis
Americas · Caribbean
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ContinentAmericas · Caribbean
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Saint Kitts and Nevis is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Kim Collins

athlete

He is a world champion sprinter and one of the country's most internationally recognized sports figures.

Local Delicacy

Goat water

A hearty spiced goat stew that is a signature dish of the islands.

National Symbols

National animalGreen vervet monkey
National birdBrown pelican

Famous Landmark & Geography

Brimstone Hill Fortress, a famous landmark of Saint Kitts and Nevis

Brimstone Hill Fortress

This hilltop fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the country's best-known landmark.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropSugarcane

Sugarcane historically dominated agriculture in Saint Kitts and Nevis and remains its defining crop.

Most grown fruitMango

Mango is widely grown and commonly regarded as one of the islands' most familiar fruits.

Major Cities

Basseterre Charlestown Sandy Point Town

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mount Liamuiga1,156 m
2Nevis Peak985 m

Major Airports

Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport · Basseterre
IATA SKBICAO TKPK
Vance W. Amory International Airport · Charlestown
IATA NEVICAO TKPN

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Steelpan

Steelpan is a leading instrument in Saint Kitts and Nevis carnival and popular festive music.

2
Bass drum

The bass drum drives the big street rhythms of carnival bands and folk ensembles.

3
Snare drum

Snare drum is essential in parade, carnival and marching-band traditions.

4
Banjo

The banjo has long been part of string-band and folk music in the eastern Caribbean.

5
Guitar

The guitar is widely used for calypso, gospel and popular song accompaniment.