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Cayman Islands Facts & Information
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| Location
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Caribbean, island group in Caribbean Sea, nearly one-half
of the way from Cuba to Honduras |
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| Climate
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Tropical marine, warm, rainy summers May to
October and cool, relatively dry winters November to April |
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| Terrain
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Low-lying limestone base surrounded by coral
reefs |
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| Population
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44,270 |
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| Nationality
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Caymanian |
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| Ethnic groups
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Mixed 40%, white 20%, black 20%, expatriates
of various ethnic groups 20% |
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| Religions
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United Church, Anglican, Baptist, Church of
God, other Protestant, Roman Catholic |
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| Languages
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English |
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| Government Type
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British crown colony |
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| Capital
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George Town |
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| Currency
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Caymanian dollar (KYD) |
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| Description of Flag
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Blue, with the flag of the UK in the upper
hoist-side quadrant and the Caymanian coat of arms centered
on the outer half of the flag; the coat of arms includes a pineapple
and turtle above a shield with three stars and a scroll at the
bottom bearing the motto HE HATH FOUNDED IT UPON THE SEAS |
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More Information
 www.cia.gov
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Cayman Islands Culture
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All three islands of the Caymans
have a total population of over 33,000 people. About 32,000
people reside on the largest island, followed by 1,200 residents
on Cayman Brac and a scant 120 on Little Cayman. The Cayman
Islands are a very diverse place with residents from all over
the world. Many people that live on the island are from the
US, Canada, UK, and nearby Jamaica. English is the primary language,
but you will hear accents on other |
areas of the island that relate to the Caribbean, such as Jamaican.
Due to the influences of the Jamaican culture, the islands menu
reflects the cuisine. You can expect to see jerk chicken on the
menu, rice and beans, beef patties, and fried fish. The people and
food are full of culture and flavor. When enjoying the menu, talk
to a local of the island and have some rum, there is no better way
to get to know people of the islands better than eating with them.
Food always brings people together.
More Information:
www.state.gov
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Cayman Islands Shopping
Shopping on the Cayman Islands is fun. There are plenty of duty
free shops on the island, and a fine selection of jewelry, perfumes,
watches, china, and crystal. Specialty souvenir shops and luxury
items may be as cheap as 30% off. The best places to shop at are
George Town in Grand Cayman, and Cayman Brac Island. There you can
expect to find great souvenirs and lots of causal restaurants.
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| Cayman Islands Restaurants |
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Read reviews for some of the best
restaurants in Cayman Islands. You'll find the perfect restaurant for your
vacation here. Choose a restaurant by cuisine type or visitor rating. |
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Cayman Islands Travel Guides
Frommer's Cayman Islands
Lonely Planet Cayman Islands
Let's Go Cayman Islands
Fodors Cayman Islands
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