Dominica - Tourism and Travel

The Commonwealth of Dominica is a country in the eastern Caribbean Sea, at the northern end of the Windward Islands.

Dominica has an area of 290 square miles (750 square kilometers).

There are many mountains and forest in Dominica. Along the coast, there are steep cliffs.

Dominica has a tropical climate.

67,000 people live in Dominica. About one fourth live in Roseau, the capital.

87% of the people are black, 3% are Carib and 9% are mixed race.

The official language is English. French Creole is also spoken.

77% of the people are Catholic and 15% are Protestant.

Agriculture forms the basis of industry in Dominica.

Bananas, citrus fruits and coconuts are the main crops.

Tourism is growing.

Dominica has a parliamentary system of government. It is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.

The Eastern Caribbean dollar is Dominica's official currency. It is equal to 100 cents.