Barbados
Barbados is in Americas. Here you’ll find flag, capital and neighbours to learn.
- Capital
- Bridgetown
- Region
- Americas
- Subregion
- Karibik
- Area
- 430 km²
- Population
- 282,623
- Language
- English
- Neighbours
- No land borders (island / isolated)
Did you know?
- History
Rum originated in Barbados in the 17th century; Mount Gay Distillery traces its roots to 1703.
- History
In 2021 Barbados removed the British monarch as head of state and became a republic.
- Geography
The island sits outside the main Caribbean island arc, farther east in the Atlantic.
- Geography
Barbados is mostly limestone rather than volcanic rock — unusual for the region.
Frequently asked questions about Barbados
Bridgetown is the capital of Barbados.
Barbados is in Americas.
Barbados has about 282,623 inhabitants.
Barbados covers about 430 km².
In Barbados people speak English.