British Virgin Islands: flag, capital and facts

British Virgin Islands is a territory in Caribbean (North America). Its capital is Road Town. Population — 39,471. Area — 151 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of British Virgin Islands

A blue flag with a crest: a maiden holding lamps — 'Virgin' means 'maiden'.

The capital of British Virgin Islands — Road Town

Road Town is the capital of British Virgin Islands. Road Town — the main street runs along the harbour.

Facts about British Virgin Islands

Official name: Virgin Islands
Capital: Road Town
Continent: North America
Region: Caribbean
Population: 39,471
Area: 151 km²
Currency: USD ($)
Status: Dependent territory
Coordinates: 18.431383°, -64.62305°

How to remember the name

The nameBritish Virgin Islands — Columbus named them after Saint Ursula and her companions; this is the British half.

Did you know?

A paradise for sailors: hundreds of yachts glide between dozens of bays.

Flags that look alike

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