Saint Lucia is a country in Caribbean, North America with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Saint Lucia that most people don't know.
Saint Lucia has produced more Nobel Prize winners per capita than any other country — two laureates (Derek Walcott in Literature and Sir Arthur Lewis in Economics) from a tiny island of 180,000 people.
Saint Lucia has won the most Nobel Prizes per capita of any country — two laureates for a population of 180,000.
The Pitons — two volcanic spires rising from the sea — are Saint Lucia's iconic landmarks.
Saint Lucia is called the Helen of the West Indies — fought over 14 times by Britain and France.
Saint Lucia produces some of the Caribbean's finest rum and cocoa.
Saint Lucia has produced more Nobel Prize winners per capita than any other country — two laureates (Derek Walcott in Literature and Sir Arthur Lewis in Economics) from a tiny island of 180,000 people.
Saint Lucia is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO twin volcanic spires rising 770m from the Caribbean Sea — Saint Lucia's defining image
The world's only drive-in volcano — a bubbling pit of sulfurous mud you can bathe in
A historic fort on a causeway with views across the channel to Martinique
A stunning volcanic beach framed by the Pitons — world-class snorkelling and diving
Saint Lucia has produced more Nobel Prize winners per capita than any other country — two laureates (Derek Walcott in Literature and Sir Arthur Lewis in Economics) from a tiny island of 180,000 people.
The capital of Saint Lucia is Castries.
Saint Lucia has a population of approximately 184K.
The official language of Saint Lucia is English.
Saint Lucia gained independence in 1979.
Saint Lucia uses the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD).