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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Americas · Caribbean

Capital
Kingstown
Population
110.2K
Area
389 km²
Region
Caribbean
Languages
English
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Americas · Caribbean
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ContinentAmericas · Caribbean
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Kevin Lyttle

musician

He became internationally known for the hit song 'Turn Me On'.

Local Delicacy

Roasted breadfruit and fried jackfish

This is a beloved traditional dish strongly associated with Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

National Symbols

National animalSt. Vincent parrot
National birdSt. Vincent parrot

Famous Landmark & Geography

La Soufrière, a famous landmark of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

La Soufrière

This active volcano is the country's most dramatic natural landmark.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropBanana

Banana has historically been Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' dominant export crop and a key smallholder staple.

Most grown fruitBreadfruit

Breadfruit is an iconic Vincentian fruit with strong historical and culinary importance.

Major Cities

Kingstown Georgetown Barrouallie

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1La Soufrière1,234 m
2Grand Bonhomme970 m
3Petit Bonhomme756 m

Major Airports

Argyle International Airport · Kingstown
IATA SVDICAO TVSA
J. F. Mitchell Airport · Bequia
IATA BQUICAO TVSB

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Steelpan

Steelpan is one of the most iconic instruments in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines through carnival and calypso culture.

2
Drum kit

Drum kit is widely used in soca, calypso, reggae, and gospel music across the country.

3
Acoustic guitar

Guitar is common in folk, church, and popular band traditions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

4
Bass guitar

Bass guitar is essential to local soca, reggae, and popular dance music ensembles.

5
Banjo

Banjo has a place in Vincentian string-band and folk performance traditions.

Major Rivers

Rabacca Dry River Wallibou River Buccament River Cumberland River