Antigua and Barbuda Map

Carlisle Bay Antigua
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Check out the below map of Antigua and Barbuda.

10 Fun Facts About Antigua & Barbuda

1. The island Barbuda is a coral island whereas Antigua is a volcanic island. A few smaller islands are also a part of this island country.

2. The islands were a part of British colony and gained independence in the year 1981.

3. Antigua is famous as “the land of 365 beaches,” – one beach for every day of the year!

4. The island of Jamaica has one of the highest numbers of churches per capita in the world.

5. The tiny island of Redonda is entirely a national park of the country.

6. Barbuda is Home to the Largest Frigate Bird Colony in the Western Hemisphere.

7. The national sport is cricket.

8. Antigua Carnival is one of the main events of the year.

9. Antigua Carnival is one of the main events of the year.

10. The islands consist of some of the top beaches in the world thanks to variety of fine sand, secluded stretches and coral reefs.