Introduction: Grenada is located in the Caribbean and lies between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago. The island is of volcanic origin and is divided by a central mountain range. It is the most southerly of the Windward Islands. Tropical rainforests, gorges and the stunning beauty of dormant volcanoes make this a fascinating and diverse landscape with some of the finest beaches in the world.

Official Name: Grenada
Area: 344 sq km (133 sq miles)
Population: 97,000
Continent: Caribbean/North America
Density per square mile: 675
Capital City: St George's
Religions: 59% Roman Catholic, 35% Protestant, 17% Anglican.

Language: English
Government: Independent state within the British Commonwealth
Member of EU: N/A

Currency: East Caribbean dollar
GDP: $440 million
GDP Per Head: $5,000

Natural Resources: Timber & various tropical fruits
Land Use: Arable Land 6%
Agriculture: Bananas, cocoa, nutmeg, mace, citrus fruits, avocados, root crops, sugarcane, corn & vegetables.
Industry: Food, fruits and beverages, textiles, light assembly operations & tourism.

Tourism: 400,000 visitors annually

Natural Hazards: Grenada lies on the edge of a hurricane belt, the hurricane season lasts from June to November.
Health Risks: Dengue fever, diarrhea and intestinal parasites.

Climate: Grenada has a tropical climatel. The dry season runs from January to May. The rainy season runs from June to December. The average temperature is 28°C (82°F).

Time: GMT/UTC -4 hours
National Days: February 7

Visas: British passport holders do not need visas to enter Grenada for visits up to 3 months. You should note that overstaying without permission is an offence and paid employment is prohibited without a work permit.

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