Antigua and Barbuda Travel Guide

Antigua and Barbuda is located in the northern part of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean. The vast majority are African black descendants, and most residents believe in Christianity. The capital is St. John, with a population of 29,000 (1993). Area: antigua island, 280 square kilometers, barbuda island 160 square kilometers, with tropical climate and annual average temperature of 27℃. The annual average precipitation is about 1020mm. Antigua and Barbuda does not have a complete national economic production system. At present, Antigua and Barbuda's national income mainly comes from tourism, construction, offshore finance, manufacturing and agriculture.

Antigua and Barbuda has unique natural and geographical conditions, with 365 high-quality beaches, pleasant climate, beautiful scenery and rich tropical customs. Successive governments in Anba have adopted the policy of giving priority to the development of tourism. Tourism income now accounts for 60% of the gross national product, 80% of foreign exchange income, and the employed population reaches 65.438+00,000. In 2000, the total number of tourists who arrived in Anba was 635,000, an increase of 19% over the previous year.

Arrival and departure

Verb (abbreviation of verb) C Bird International Airport can take off and land all kinds of large aircraft, and has direct flights with Europe, America and Caribbean countries. Will. Bird Airport can take off and land large jets, with flights to the United States, Canada, Britain and all Commonwealth Caribbean countries. There are regular flights between Antigua and Barbuda every day.

stay

Antigua and Barbuda offers all kinds of accommodation, from luxury hotels to smaller hotels and even individual hotels. Here, you will find happiness in the beautiful coastline, rich cultural activities, 365 beaches of various colors and the enthusiasm of the Caribbean.

prescribe a diet

Residents of Antigua and Barbuda like to eat spicy food, and coffee-flavored powder is an essential seasoning for their dishes. Cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens, fish and potatoes are residents' favorite foods. People's favorite drink is rum brewed by themselves.

activity

National Day Carnival 165438+ 10/0/; Carnival: the first Monday in August.

The first week of August is the carnival in Antigua and Barbuda every year.

cultural geography

Antigua and Barbuda is a national festival of environmental history, with a dry climate and an average annual precipitation of 65,438+0,000mm. The annual average temperature is 27℃, and May ~ 10 is the hottest season, and the temperature can reach 33℃. Located in the hurricane zone, it is often hit by hurricanes.

Columbus arrived in antigua island on his second voyage to America in 1493, and named the island after Antigua Church in Seville, Spain. 1520? 1629 was invaded by Spanish and French colonists. 1632, the island was occupied by Britain, and blacks from Africa were sold to grow tobacco and sugar cane. 1667 officially became a British colony according to the Treaty of Brayda. 1736 the slave uprising in antigua island was suppressed by the colonists. 1834 Abolish slavery. 1958 65438+ 10 joined the Federation of West Indies. 1967 became an associated country of Britain and established an internal autonomous government, but the power of foreign affairs and national defense still belongs to Britain. Since 1970s, it has been negotiating with Britain on the issue of independence. 198 1 year 1 month1declared independence, became a constitutional monarchy and became a member of the Commonwealth.

Most of them are of black African descent.

National Day: 165438+ 10/0/; Carnival: the first Monday in August. Carnival: The first week of August is the carnival in Antigua and Barbuda every year.

Practical information

Antigua and Barbuda people live a simple life, have a cheerful personality, treat people with understanding and behave very considerate. Address Mr, Mrs, Ms and Ms in diplomatic situations. Always shake hands. Most people believe in Christianity. On Sundays and holidays, people go to church in droves to pray.

Exit information

Currency eastern Caribbean dollar