Grenada flag

Country in North America

Grenada

Grenada belongs to North America. The capital city is Saint Georges.

LanguageEnglish
CurrencyEastern Caribbean dollar
Population109k

Key Facts

RegionCaribbean
GovernmentConstitutional parliamentary monarchy
Independence1974
Area348 km2
Population density322/km2
Time zoneAST (UTC-4)
Calling code+1-473
Drives onLeft

Quick View

HDI
0.779
Safety index
56.0
Internet access
68%
Life expectancy
72.8

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Mount Saint Catherine840 m
South East Mountain758 m
Mount Sinai697 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity97%
  • No religion2%
  • Other1%
  • Islam0%

Why Visit

Spice IsleGrenada produces 20% of the world's nutmeg — you smell the island before you see it.
Grand Anse BeachA 3 km crescent of white sand regarded as one of the Caribbean's finest.
Underwater Sculpture ParkA gallery of submerged sculptures forming an artificial reef.
Fort GeorgeA clifftop colonial fort with panoramic views over the capital and harbour.
CarriacouA quiet sister island of coral reefs, traditional boat-building and local festivals.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Saint George's
33k
Gouyave
3k
Grenville
2.5k

Climate Overview

26CJan avg.
29CJul avg.
1,500 mmYearly rainfall
Tropical maritimeClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyEastern Caribbean dollar
Official languageEnglish
National day7 February
Electricity230V, Type G