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The two Islands in the Caribbean Antigua and Barbuda define the physical geography of Antigua and Barbuda. Located in the central region of Leeward Island in the East Caribbean, its' geographical position is 17 degrees north of equator. The climate here is tropical. Antigua has 365 beaches, one for a day to make your holidays complete.

The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda is the head
of the government. The Queen of England appoints the Governor-General of Antigua and Barbuda.

It is believed that the Antigua and Barbuda was first inhabited around 2400 BC. The
Inhabitants were Amerindians. The famous rover and discoverer of different cultures on earth Columbus reaches Antigua Island on 1493. Like many other cultures of the world Antigua has also seen British rulings before becoming an independent nation on November 1, 1981.

The main source of income is tourism, accounts for more than 50% of GDP. Agriculture is also done here, but mainly focuses on domestic market, the poor status of agriculture is mainly because of less water available and absence of manpower, as men and women prefer working in tourism and manufacturing sectors where rewards are high.

The fact that Antigua has 365 beaches ignites the minds to know more about Antigua. Here are some facts about this Nation of Beaches.
  1. Antigua was an important port to British for carrying goods.
  2. The Antigua Racer Snake is rarest snake in the world.
  3. Antigua and Barbuda claims to have 365 beaches.
  4. In the twelfth annual International Caribbean World Awards, Antigua and Barbuda has named the Best Island Wedding Destination.
  5. The MSN Travel named Antigua and Barbuda's Carnival Number 1 among "Fascinating Festivals" of the summer.

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