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Grenada

Known as the Spice Island, the nation of Grenada is actually three islands: Grenada, Carriacou, and Petit Martinique.

Most travelers visit Grenada and enjoy shopping in its markets for spices grown on this bountiful island. Nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, clove, cocoa and others make this the largest spice producer in the Western Hemisphere. Other activities including boating, visiting beautiful waterfalls, and relaxing on one of 45 beaches.

Fast Facts

Language: English

Currency: EC dollar; US dollar widely accepted

Population: 102,000

Recommended for: sightseeing, boating

Information: Grenada Board of Tourism, www.grenadagrenadines.com

Map courtesy the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and
the Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection

 

   
 
   

 

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