Surface: The total land area of Trinidad and Tobago is around 5,128 sq km.
Population: The population of Trinidad and Tobago is around 1,056,608. South Asian Indians comprise 40% of the population. The remaining population includes Africans and mixed races.
System of government: Trinidad and Tobago has a parliamentary democracy.
Capital: Port of Spain, with a population of around 49, 030 inhabitants, is the capital city.
Religion: A majority of the population are Roman Catholics. Hindus, Anglicans, Muslims and Adventists are also present.
Official Language: The official language is English.
Government: Trinidad and Tobago has a parliamentary democracy.
Climate: The island has a tropical climate with light showers from June to December.
Units of measure and electricity: Trinidad and Tobago follows the metric system of measurement and the official electricity unit is 115V/230V, 60 Hz.
Time Zone: The standard time is GMT – 4.
Currency: Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD).
Travel documents required: Passports are necessary for travel to Trinidad and Tobago.
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| Economy |
Trinidad and Tobago has been the leading producer of natural gas in the Caribbean. Tourism, food processing, chemicals and petroleum have been the major sources of economy in the nation. The country exports petroleum products, chemicals, steel products, fertilizers and flowers.
The daily cost of living for a tourist is not very high. Travel, dining and accommodation are affordable. |
| Cities: Vacations and Tourism |
| Port of Spain |
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