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Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts and Nevis
Capital
Basseterre
Population
47K
Area
261 km²
Language
English

Saint Kitts and Nevis is a country in Caribbean, North America. Its capital is Basseterre, with a population of approximately 47K and a total area of 261 km². The official language is English and the currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD).

📊 Quick Facts about Saint Kitts and Nevis

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Population
47K
total residents
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Total Area
261 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
180/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$1.1B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$23,404
per person
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Currency
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
legal tender
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Language(s)
English
official
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Coastline
135 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC-4
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1983
established
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Local Time in Basseterre

Saint Kitts and Nevis covers an area of 261 km² with a population density of 180/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $1.1B ($23,404 per capita) and gained independence in 1983. It has a coastline of 135 km.

Did You Know?

Saint Kitts and Nevis is the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere. The island of Nevis is the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton — the US Founding Father whose face appears on the $10 bill.

💡 Interesting Facts about Saint Kitts and Nevis

  1. Saint Kitts and Nevis is the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere.
  2. Saint Kitts was the first British colony in the Caribbean, established in 1623.
  3. The island of Nevis is the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton — US Founding Father.
  4. Saint Kitts and Nevis was once called the Mother Colony of the West Indies.

✈️ Travel Information for Saint Kitts and Nevis

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Best Time to Visit
December–May
Tropical, dry season December–May
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Cost of Travel
🟠 Pricey
Mid–Expensive — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$10–20
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$100–250
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type A/B/D, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Left
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Saint Kitts and Nevis on the Map

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📍 Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

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🏆 Saint Kitts and Nevis World Rankings

1st
Smallest Western State
Smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere
1st
First British Colony
First British colony in the Caribbean — established 1623
1st
Alexander Hamilton
Nevis is the birthplace of US Founding Father Alexander Hamilton
1st
Mother Colony
Called the Mother Colony of the West Indies

🏛 Must-See Places in Saint Kitts and Nevis

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Open Wikipedia ↗
Brimstone Hill Fortress

UNESCO British colonial fortress — the Gibraltar of the West Indies, built by enslaved Africans

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Nevis Peak

A dormant volcano rising 985m — the cloud-wreathed centrepiece of the island

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Pinney's Beach

Nevis's stunning palm-fringed beach with views of St Kitts — one of the Caribbean's finest

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Hamilton Estate

The birthplace of Alexander Hamilton on Nevis — a historic site for American history

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Saint Kitts and Nevis

What is the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis?

The capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis is Basseterre.

What language is spoken in Saint Kitts and Nevis?

The official language(s) of Saint Kitts and Nevis are English.

What is the population of Saint Kitts and Nevis?

The population of Saint Kitts and Nevis is approximately 47K.

What currency does Saint Kitts and Nevis use?

Saint Kitts and Nevis uses the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD).

What continent is Saint Kitts and Nevis in?

Saint Kitts and Nevis is located in North America, in the Caribbean region.

What is the GDP of Saint Kitts and Nevis?

Saint Kitts and Nevis has a GDP of $1.1B, with a GDP per capita of $23,404.

What is the best time to visit Saint Kitts and Nevis?

The best time to visit Saint Kitts and Nevis is December–May. The climate is Tropical, dry season December–May.

Do I need a visa for Saint Kitts and Nevis?

Visa-free for most Western nationalities

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