Grenada - Wikipedia
The island of Grenada is the southernmost island in the Antilles archipelago, bordering the eastern Caribbean Sea and the western Atlantic Ocean, and roughly 140 km (90 mi) north of both Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago.
Grenada | History, Geography, & Points of Interest | Britannica
2024年10月17日 · Grenada, island country of the West Indies. It is the southernmost island of the north-south arc of the Lesser Antilles, lying in the eastern Caribbean Sea about 100 miles (160 km) north of the coast of Venezuela. Oval in shape, the island is approximately 21 miles (34 km) long and 12 miles (19 km) wide.
Grenada - The World Factbook
2024年10月16日 · Introduction. Background. The indigenous Carib people inhabited Grenada when Christopher COLUMBUS landed on the island in 1498, but it remained uncolonized for more than a century. The French settled Grenada in the 17th century, established sugar estates, and imported large numbers of African slaves.
First-timer's guide to Grenada - Lonely Planet
2024年7月30日 · Grenada offers a distinctive allure and there is so much to be proud of – the unique culture, language, and cuisine. Here's how to plan your first trip.
Grenada country profile - BBC News
2023年3月27日 · The tiny Caribbean island of Grenada is one of the smallest independent countries in the western hemisphere. Known as the Spice island, it is the world's second-largest producer of nutmeg after...
Grenada Tourism Authority - Pure Grenada Destination Site
Discover the Caribbean islands of Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique: Three Caribbean Islands - One Unique Destination. Book your trip today.
Grenada Factsheet - The World Factbook
2024年10月20日 · Introduction. Background. The indigenous Carib people inhabited Grenada when Christopher COLUMBUS landed on the island in 1498, but it remained uncolonized for more than a century. The French settled Grenada in the 17th century, and Britain took the island in 1762, establishing sugar, cacao, and then nutmeg plantations.
About Grenada - Grenada Tourism Authority
2023年7月25日 · Grenada (pronounced Gre-Nay-Dah) is a captivating eco-tourism paradise nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, where the allure of nature meets the thrill of adventure. Every moment promises pure adventure, natural splendor, rich heritage and culinary delights.
Grenada summary | Britannica
Grenada , Island country, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean Sea. Area: 133 sq mi (344 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 116,400. Capital: St. George’s. Most Grenadans are of African or mixed (primarily African-European) ancestry; many of the rest are of South Asian descent. Language: English (official).
Grenada - The World Factbook
2021年12月21日 · Introduction. Background. Carib Indians inhabited Grenada when Christopher COLUMBUS discovered the island in 1498, but it remained uncolonized for more than a century. The French settled Grenada in the 17th century, established sugar estates, and imported large numbers of African slaves.