ANGUILLA
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Capital City: The Valley


Population: 14,436 people (July 2009 est.)



Language: English



Major Religion: 30.2 % Protastant, 29% Anglician, 24% Methodist

Borders:

  • Caribbbean Sea
  • North Atlantic Ocean
  • Puerto Rico (neighboring island)


Total land area (sq. km.): 102 sq. km.



Terrain: Flat and low-lying island of coral and lime stone.



Climates: Tropical: Moderated by northeast trade winds



Location: East of Puerto Rico, Between Carribean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean.


Coordinates: 18° N, 63° W


Natural Resources: Salt, Fish, Lobster


Major Imports: Fuels, Foodstuffs, Manufactures, Chemicals, Trucks, and Textiles


Major Exports: Lobster, Fish, Livestock, Salt, Concrete Blocks, and Rum



Type of Government: First they were a British Colony then seceded and now are a British Dependency.



Date of Independence: No Independence Date recorded. Still an overseas territory.



Picture of Flag:

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Bonus Material:A local drivers license in Anguilla costs $20 in US.




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