Jamaica
Jamaica
People: Jamaican
Jamaica is the birthplace of reggae music and has produced more world-record sprinters per capita than any other nation. Jamaica is located in Caribbean and has a population of around 2.8 million. Its capital city is Kingston, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Jamaica has no land borders.
Jamaica — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Kingston |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Caribbean |
| Population | 2,825,544 |
| Area | 10,991 km² |
| Currency | Jamaican dollar (JMD) $ |
| Official Languages | English, Jamaican Patois |
| Dialling Code | +1 |
| Internet TLD | .jm |
| Timezone | UTC-05:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | JM / JAM |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jamaica
What is the capital of Jamaica?
The capital of Jamaica is Kingston.
What currency does Jamaica use?
Jamaica uses the Jamaican dollar (JMD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Jamaica?
The official languages of Jamaica are English and Jamaican Patois.
What is the dialling code for Jamaica?
The international dialling code for Jamaica is +1.
What side of the road does Jamaica drive on?
Jamaica drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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