Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Region
- North & Central America
- Area
- 389 km²
- Capital
- Kingstown
- ISO
- VC
What the flag means
Blue is said to stand for the sky and sea, gold for the warmth of the sun and the sandy beaches, and green for lush plants and the energy of the people. The three green diamonds are also called the "Gems of the Antilles."
Fun facts
- FlagThe 3 diamonds on the flag of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are arranged in the shape of a “V,” the initial letter.
- GeographyLa Soufrière, an active volcano, rises in the north of the island of Saint Vincent.
- CultureThe movie “Pirates of the Caribbean” used Wallilabou Bay on the island of Saint Vincent as a filming location.
- CultureThe botanical garden on the island of Saint Vincent was founded in 1765 and is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the Western Hemisphere.
Neighboring countries
No land borders (island country)