The flag of Barbados is composed of three equal vertical bands of ultramarine, gold and ultramarine. The head of a black trident is centered in the gold band.

Barbados

Barbados

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Barbados (officially Barbados) is an independent country located in Caribbean, Americas. With a population of 267,800 people, it ranks #186 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 430 km² (#207 globally), with a population density of 623 people per km². The capital city is Bridgetown. The official language is English.

Key Facts

Population

267,800

#186 world ranking

Area

430 km²

#207 world ranking

Population Density

623/km²

Capital

Bridgetown

Driving Side

Left

Timezones

1

UTC-04:00

Continent

North America

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Barbados?
The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown.
What is the population of Barbados?
Barbados has a population of 267,800 people, ranking #186 in the world by population.
How big is Barbados?
Barbados covers an area of 430 km², ranking #207 in the world by area. The population density is 623 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Barbados?
The official languages of Barbados are: English.
What is the currency of Barbados?
The currency of Barbados is Barbadian dollar ($).

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