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Turks and Caicos Islands Location : Caribbean, two island groups in the North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of The Bahamas
Capital City : Grand Turk (Cockburn Town)
Curreny : US dollar (USD)
Languages Spoken : English (official)
Climate : tropical; marine; moderated by trade winds; sunny and relatively dry
National Holiday : Constitution Day, 30 August (1976)
Background Information
The islands were part of the UK's Jamaican colony until 1962, when they assumed the status of a separate crown colony upon Jamaica's independence. The governor of The Bahamas oversaw affairs from 1965 to 1973. With Bahamian independence, the islands received a separate governor in 1973. Although independence was agreed upon for 1982, the policy was reversed and the islands are presently a British overseas territory.
Geographical Note
about 40 islands (eight inhabited)
Economy
The Turks and Caicos economy is based on tourism, fishing, and offshore financial services. Most capital goods and food for domestic consumption are imported. The US is the leading source of tourists, accounting for more than half of the 93,000 visitors in 1998. Major sources of government revenue include fees from offshore financial activities and customs receipts.
Religions
Baptist 40%, Methodist 16%, Anglican 18%, Church of God 12%, other 14% (1990)
Ports : Grand Turk, Providenciales
International Disputes - Risks to travellers
: none
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