Barbados

Barbados is a Caribbean island known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture.

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Language ๐ŸŒ

English

Currency ๐Ÿ’ต

Barbadian dollar (BBD), cash and credit cards widely accepted.

Capital ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

Bridgetown is the capital and largest city. It's a flat coral island with sugarcane fields and stunning coastlines.

Emergency ๐Ÿ†˜

Dial 911 for emergencies.

Culture ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

Barbadians are friendly and hospitable. Greetings are important, and handshakes are common.

Translations ๐Ÿ“

Lost in translation? Don't worry; people in Barbados are native English speakers, and you can communicate with everyone.

Facts ๐Ÿ“‹

See here some fun facts about Barbados.

Beaches

Barbados has over 60 stunning beaches, perfect for relaxation and water activities.

Music

Barbados is the birthplace of the musical style known as Soca, a blend of soul and calypso music.

Independence

Barbados gained independence from Britain in 1966 and is a proud member of the Commonwealth.

Rum

Barbados is famous for its rum production and offers tours of rum distilleries.

Wildlife

The island is home to the green monkey, an indigenous species to Barbados.

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