Trinidad - Wikipedia Trinidad[b] is the largest and most populous island of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago The island lies 11 km (6 8 mi) off the northeastern coast of Venezuela and sits on the continental shelf of South America It is the southernmost island in the Caribbean
Trinidad and Tobago | People, Culture, Language, Map, Population . . . Trinidad and Tobago achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1962 and obtained membership in the Commonwealth and the United Nations that same year It became a republic in 1976 The capital of Trinidad and Tobago is Port of Spain, located on the northwestern coast of Trinidad
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Trinidad Once part of the South American mainland, Trinidad, with its boot-like shape measuring 80 by 60 kilometres, boasts an ecological and geographical diversity unmatched in the region The gorgeous, sandy beaches along our North Coast provide the perfect atmosphere for seclusion, rest and recreation
Trinidad and Tobago Maps Facts - World Atlas Trinidad and Tobago is the 5 th largest island country in West Indies and the most industrialised and prosperous nation in the Caribbean Located on the Gulf of Paria, in the north western coast of the island of Trinidad is Port of Spain – the capital city of Trinidad and Tobago
A first-time guide to Trinidad and Tobago - Lonely Planet Beyond the pristine beaches (don’t miss Maracas Beach), three types of experiences set Trinidad and Tobago apart: its natural wonders; its vast culinary offerings, influenced by the country’s complex history; and its lineup of religious and secular festivals, which take place year-round