Jamaica is a country in Caribbean, North America with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Jamaica that most people don't know.
Jamaica is the birthplace of reggae music and Rastafarianism. It is also the country that has produced the most Olympic sprint champions per capita, including Usain Bolt — the fastest human ever recorded at 44.72 km/h.
Jamaica is the birthplace of reggae, ska and dancehall music.
Usain Bolt, the fastest human ever recorded, is Jamaican.
Jamaica was the first Caribbean country to compete in the Winter Olympics (1988 bobsled team).
Blue Mountain coffee from Jamaica is one of the most expensive coffees in the world.
Jamaica is the birthplace of reggae music and Rastafarianism. It is also the country that has produced the most Olympic sprint champions per capita, including Usain Bolt — the fastest human ever recorded at 44.72 km/h.
Jamaica is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Lush misty peaks rising 2,256m, home to the world's most prized and expensive coffee
A spectacular 183m terraced waterfall that flows directly onto a Caribbean beach
The former home and recording studio of reggae's greatest icon, now a pilgrimage site in Kingston
The crystalline turquoise beach that made Montego Bay famous with the international jet set
Jamaica is the birthplace of reggae music and Rastafarianism. It is also the country that has produced the most Olympic sprint champions per capita, including Usain Bolt — the fastest human ever recorded at 44.72 km/h.
The capital of Jamaica is Kingston.
Jamaica has a population of approximately 3.0M.
The official language of Jamaica is English.
Jamaica gained independence in 1962.
Jamaica uses the Dollar (JMD).