Antigua and Barbuda
- Region
- North & Central America
- Area
- 442 km²
- Capital
- St. John's
- ISO
- AG
What the flag means
Red stands for the energy of the people, black for their African roots, and blue for hope. The overall V shape is said to stand for "Victory."
Fun facts
- FlagThe rising sun on the flag of Antigua and Barbuda represents the dawn of a new era.
- GeographyAntigua and Barbuda is made up of islands including Antigua, Barbuda, and the uninhabited island of Redonda.
- CultureColumbus named the island of Antigua after “Santa María la Antigua” in Seville, Spain.
- Culture“Nelson’s Dockyard” on the island of Antigua, once a base of the Royal Navy, is a World Heritage Site.
Neighboring countries
No land borders (island country)