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___ Trinidad and TobagoDestination Trinidad and Tobago, a virtual travel guide to the twin island republic. This page aims to give you a broad overview of Trinidad and Tobago's art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy and government.Beside a country profile with facts and figures, the page contains links to sources which provide you with all the information you need to know about this Caribbean island nation, e.g.: official government web sites of Trinidad and Tobago, domestic airports, city- and country guides with extensive travel and tourism information on accommodation, tourist attractions, events and more like weather information, maps, statistics and local newspapers from Trinidad and Tobago. |
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Republic of Trinidad and Tobago |
Country Profile |
 Flag of Trinidad and Tobago Background: The islands came under British control in the 19th century; independence was granted in 1962. The country is one of the most prosperous in the Caribbean thanks largely to petroleum and natural gas production and processing. Tourism, mostly in Tobago, is targeted for expansion and is growing. (Source: CIA - The World Factbook) related countries: United Kingdom close to: Venezuela |
 Official Name: Republic of Trinidad and Tobago short form: Trinidad and Tobago ISO Country Code: tt Time: Time Zone: EST (Eastern Standard Time) Local Time = UTC -4h Actual Time: Mon-May-12 12:29 Capital City: Port of Spain (metropolitan pop. 300 000) Other Cities: San Fernando, Arima, Chaguanas (Trinidad); Scarborough (Tobago). Government: Type: Parliamentary Democracy. Independence: 31 August 1962 (from UK). Present constitution: 31 August 1976. Geography: Location: Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Venezuela. Area: 5 128 sq. km. (1 980 sq. mi.). Terrain: Plains and low mountains. Climate: Tropical; rainy season (June through December). People: Nationality: Trinidadian(s) and Tobagonian(s). Population: 1.3 million. Ethnic groups: African 40%, East Indian 40%, mixed 14%, European 1%, Chinese 1%. Religions: Christians 60%, Hindu 24%, Muslim 6%, other 10%. Languages: English. Literacy: 98% Natural resources: Petroleum, natural gas. Agriculture products: Cocoa, sugarcane, rice, citrus, coffee, vegetables; poultry. Industries: Petroleum, chemicals, tourism, food processing, cement, beverage, cotton textiles. Exports partners: USA 66.7%, Jamaica 5.7%, France 3.5% (2004) Imports partners: USA 24.6%, Venezuela 12%, Germany 10.8%, Spain 7%, Italy 5.5%, Brazil 5% (2004) Currency: Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD) |
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| Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of Trinidad and TobagoTrinidad & TobagoThe Offical Government Site. Trinidad & Tobago Parliament Parliament of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Official site of the Prime Minister's office. Diplomatic Missions Trinidad & Tobago High Commission - Ottawa, Canada Trinidad and Tobago Missions in The United States Address list of T&T Missions in the U.S. Passport, Visa and other Consular Services Downloadable Forms. Entry Requirements Entry Requirements for T&T. Maps Map of Trinidad and Tobago Political map of Trinidad and Tobago. Map of Trinidad Map of the island of Trinidad. Map of Tobago Map of the island of Tobago.  Google
Earth Trinidad and TobagoZoomable satellite view of Trinidad and Tobago. Google
Earth Port of SpainZoomable satellite view of Trinidad and Tobago's capital city. Map
of Central America and the CaribbeanReference Map of Central America and the Caribbean.  Tobago Beach |
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NewsNewsdayNews magazine. Trinidad and Tobago Express News from Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad Guardian Hompage of the Trinidad newspaper. |
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Arts & CultureAmon Hotep - The Order of the SelfAbout social and spiritual development - Trinidad & Tobago. Trinicenter Trinidad & Tobago News & Views. Trinisoca.com Trinidad and Tobago Carnival and Cultural Center. TriniView The Cultural Center of Trinidad and Tobago online. Music The Calypso Tent From Calypso Pioneers to current Calypsonians. Pan Trinbago Official website of World Governing Body for Pan dedicated to the promotion and development of the steelpan and pannists worldwide. When Steel Talks Steel Pan In Trinidad, Steelband Panorama 2005. |
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Business & EconomyTrinidad and Tobago is the leading Caribbean producer of oil and gas, and has earned a reputation as an excellent investment site for international businesses. Tourism is a growing sector. The economy benefits from low inflation and a growing trade surplus.Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Official site of the Central Bank. Trinidad & Tobago Stock Exchange T&T's Stock Exchange. Investing in Trinidad and Tobago Information on Investing by the Tourism and Industrial Development Company of Trinidad and Tobago Ltd. (TIDCO). Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce Official site of the chamber. Who's Who In Trinidad and Tobago Business Business directory of industries, businesses and leading business personalities in T&T. Transportation Airline BWIA West Indian Airways Trinidad and Tobago's national airline, connects many Caribbean islands with North America, South America, the United Kingdom and Europe. Airport The Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago Port The Port of Port-of-Spain The Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago. |
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Destination Trinidad and Tobago - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover Trinidad and Tobago: San Fernando, Arima, Chaguanas, Scarborough, Arnos Vale, Les Coteaux, Providence, Pitch Lake, El Cerro del Aripo.Accommodation, hotels, attractions, carnival, panorama, festivals, events, tourist boards, biking, hiking, cruising, diving, windsurfing, sport fishing, tours and much more. VisitTNT The Official Website of Trinidad and Tobago Tourism with general information about the islands. Discover Trinidad & Tobago Comprehensive guide to the Carribbian islands of Trinidad & Tobago. Trinidad and Tobago The world's first T&T webpage, a snapshot of the early days of the web. Tour of Historic Tobago Rediscover old Tobago. Hotels, Restaurants Trinidad Hotels, Restaurants & Tourism Association Accommodation, hotels, restaurants and more travel related information. Certified Tour Operators Trinidad & Tobago Sightseeing Tours Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. Yes Tourism Crown Point, Tobago. City-Guide Port-of-Spain Port-of-Spain City Corporation. |
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EducationNational Library Information SystemTrinidad and Tobago Library services. University of the West Indies St. Augustine Trinidad. |
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Environment T&TRainforest, Wetlands and Mangrove, Tropical Wildlife, Coral Reefs.Government Institutions Institute of Marine Affairs Institute for fundamental and applied research in marine affairs to ensure the sustainable use of the natural resources of Trinidad and Tobago. Environmental Management Authority (EMA) Official website of the Authority with information about its function. Non Governmental Environment Tobago Tobago´s first conservation organisation. Trinidad and Tobago Field Naturalists' Club TTFNC is a society for study of natural history, conservation of nature and natural resources. |
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HistoryTrinidad & Tobago - A brief New-World HistoryHistory of T&T from discovery until today. pantrinbago History of Trinidad & Tobago the multiracial country. |
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Indigenous PeoplesSanta Rosa Carib Community of Arima, TrinidadThe Official Community Website. Amerindians of Trinidad and Tobago Carib People of Trinidad and the Antilles. The First Nations of Trinidad & Tobago The Santa Rosa Carib Community of Arima, Trinidad. |
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SearchThe Trinidad and Tobago Web DirectoryTrinidad and Tobago Index. Additional Information on Trinidad and TobagoBBC News Country Profile: Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad and Tobago - LANICLatin American Network Information Center about T&T. Governments on the WWW: Trinidad and Tobago Open Directory Project: Trinidad and Tobago Wikipedia: Trinidad and Tobago The World Factbook -- Trinidad and Tobago |
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