Barbados
Barbados
People: Barbadian
Barbados is located in Caribbean and has a population of around 267,800. Its capital city is Bridgetown, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Barbados has no land borders.
Barbados — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Barbados |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Bridgetown |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Caribbean |
| Population | 267,800 |
| Area | 430 km² |
| Currency | Barbadian dollar (BBD) $ |
| Official Language | English |
| Dialling Code | +1246 |
| Internet TLD | .bb |
| Timezone | UTC-04:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | BB / BRB |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barbados
What is the capital of Barbados?
The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown.
What currency does Barbados use?
Barbados uses the Barbadian dollar (BBD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Barbados?
The official language of Barbados is English.
What is the dialling code for Barbados?
The international dialling code for Barbados is +1246.
What side of the road does Barbados drive on?
Barbados drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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