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Montserrat

General Information about Montserrat

Montserrat is a tiny island and overseas British territory located in the Caribbean. Christopher Columbus named Montserrat in 1493 after Montserrat Mountain in Spain. Montserrat is sometimes referred to as the 'Emerald Isle of the Caribbean' as it's coastline resembles that of Ireland. Due to extreme volcanic activity in the 1990's, one third of Montserrat's population fled the nation leaving a population of only 9,500 people.

Montserrat's capital city Plymouth was destroyed by volcanic eruptions in 1995 and is now covered in ash. Plymouth's de facto capital is Brades. The people of Montserrat belong to many religions such as Roman Catholic, Methodist, Anglican, Seventh-Day Adventist and other branches of Christianity. English is spoken by the entire Montserrat population.

The Montserrat Volcano Observatory is a popular place to visit in Montserrat. There are researchers and scientists here that continuously watch and monitor the volcano and there are 30 minute tours that show the devestating eruptions of the volcano. Richmond Hill offers the best view of the Plymouth, now abandoned and disappearing due to volcanic debris and mud.

Climate

Find Out About The Climate Of Montserrat

Montserrat enjoys a tropical climate with pleasant conditions all year round. The weather is at its wettest between September and November with as much as 60 inches of rain falling each year. August and September are the warmest months to visit with temperatures going as high as 30 degrees. January and February are the coolest months to visit with temperatures going as low as 24 degrees. Montserrat's climate conditions are tempered by the trade winds.

Geography

Geographical Information On Montserrat

Found in the Leeward Islands south east of Puerto Rico with a total area of 102 square kilometres. Montserrat has a coastline that extends for over 40 kilometres across the Caribbean Sea. Montserrat is of volcanic origin and is still activ today. The highest point of Montserrat can be found in Soufriere Hills and is known as Chances Peak. Chances Peak rises to over 914 metres and is continously monitored. The lowest point of Montserrat is the Caribbean Sea at sea level.

Economy

Learn About The Economy Of Montserrat

Due to such great destruction from the volcanic eruption in 1995 the economy of Montserrat has suffered and now relies heavily on foreign aid from the United Kingdom. The agricultural industry has suffered because of this and now contributes just over five percent of the economy. The service industry is the most important contributor to the economy while the industry sector continues to struggle. The main industry trades are tourism, rum, textiles, and electronic appliances. The main exports of Montserrat are electronic components, plastic bags, apparel, hot peppers, live plants and cattle. The official currency of Montserrat is the East Caribbean Dollar.

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