GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS

Barbados

Barbados is a sovereign island state east of the main Lesser Antilles chain. Bridgetown lies on its southwestern coast.

Fast Facts

  • Much of the surface is limestone and coral-derived material.
  • It lies east of the principal active volcanic arc.
  • Tourism and services are major economic associations.
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