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The British Virgin Islands, about 50 (mostly uninhabited) islands and cays, are one of the Caribbean's most popular destinations.

Fought over for centuries, they were finally controlled by the British in the mid-1600s, and later became an official British colony.

Tourism is a major business in the islands, as it generates an estimated 45% of the national income. The BVI economic structure is similar to that of the U.S. Virgin Islands, and both use the U.S. Dollar as their local currency.

Steeped in the history of the British Navy, the islands are ringed by shipwrecks; the most famous of these - The RMS Rhone - is now a national marine park, and a favorite scuba diving point.

Road Town, the capital city, is crammed with markets, boutiques and restaurants, and remains a favorite stop for experienced cruise ship passengers.

Ferry service to the outer-islands is convenient and economical, but outer-island air service is limited.

Official Name British Virgin Islands, (BVI) a British dependent territory, claimed in 1672

Population 22,700

Capital City Road Town (9,400)

Languages English (official)

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Official Currency U.S. Dollar

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Religions Protestant, others

Land Area 59 sq miles (153 sq km)

Latitude/Longitude 18º 30N, 64º 30W

Highest Point Mt Sage, 1,780 ft. (521m)

Maps and more...

British Virgin Islands Outline Map here

British Virgin Islands Large Map here

British Virgin Islands CIA Map here!

British West Indies Map here

Virgin Islands Map (all islands) here

Caribbean page

North American Map here

Suggested Links

British Virgin Island's On-Line here

British Virgin Island's Travel here

British Virgin Island's Details here

British Virgin Islands (Complete) information on the (GDP) overall economy, imports and exports, resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here!

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