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United States Virgin Islands: flag, capital and facts

United States Virgin Islands is a territory in Caribbean (North America). Its capital is Charlotte Amalie. Population — 104,377. Area — 347 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of United States Virgin Islands

A white flag with a yellow eagle between the letters V and I.

The capital of United States Virgin Islands — Charlotte Amalie

Charlotte Amalie is the capital of United States Virgin Islands. Charlotte Amalie is named after a Danish queen.

Facts about United States Virgin Islands

Official name: Virgin Islands of the United States
Capital: Charlotte Amalie
Continent: North America
Region: Caribbean
Population: 104,377
Area: 347 km²
Currency: USD ($)
Status: Dependent territory
Coordinates: 18.35°, -64.933333°

How to remember the name

The nameUS Virgin Islands — the US bought them from Denmark for 25 million dollars in gold.

Did you know?

It's the only place in the US where cars drive on the left.

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