Geography and History
Where is Barbados located?
Barbados is located in the Caribbean region and is an island country in the Lesser Antilles, not surrounded by any countries.
What is the capital of Barbados?
Bridgetown
How many parishes does Barbados have?
Eleven
What is the highest point in Barbados?
Mount Hillaby, at 836 feet (255 meters)
When did Barbados gain independence from the United Kingdom?
November 30, 1966
What is the official motto of Barbados?
"Pride and Industry"
What was the original name of Barbados given by the Portuguese explorers?
"Os Barbados" (meaning "The Bearded Ones")
Which parish in Barbados is famous for its surfing waves?
Saint Philip
What is the name of the historic garrison, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located in Bridgetown?
Fort Charles
What is the main export crop of Barbados?
Sugarcane
What type of coral reef surrounds Barbados?
Fringing reef
Culture and People
What is the national dish of Barbados?
Cou-cou and flying fish with spicy gravy
What is the official language of Barbados?
English
What is the national sport of Barbados?
Cricket
What is the name of the annual carnival celebrated in Barbados?
Crop Over
What is the nickname for a person born in Barbados?
Bajan
Which world-famous singer was born in Barbados?
Rihanna
What is the name of the traditional Bajan folk music style?
Spouge
What is the traditional Bajan drink made from fermented soursop leaves?
Mauby
What is the name of the traditional Bajan house with coral stone walls and a high pitched roof?
Chattel House
What is the national bird of Barbados?
Green-throated hummingbird
Nature and Wildlife
What is the national flower of Barbados?
Pride of Barbados (Tecoma Stans)
What type of sea turtles nest on the beaches of Barbados?
Hawksbill, Leatherback, and Green turtles
What is the name of the endangered monkey species found only in Barbados?
Green monkey
What is the main protected area in Barbados, known for its caves and sinkholes?
Animal Flower Cave and Heritage Park
What is the name of the marine park located off the west coast of Barbados?
Folkestone Marine Park
What is the name of the long, narrow peninsula located on the south coast of Barbados?
Long Beach
What is the name of the popular surfing spot known for its powerful waves?
Soup Bowl
What is the name of the historic coral rock archway located on the east coast of Barbados?
North Point Lighthouse and Arch
What is the name of the famous shipwreck dive site located off the west coast of Barbados?
The Stavronikita
What is the name of the annual event that celebrates the migration of humpback whales through Barbadian waters?
Whale Watching Week