The tiny Caribbean island of Grenada is one of the smallest independent countries in the western hemisphere. It consists of the island of Grenada, and six smaller islands at the southern end of the Grenadines island chain. Its size is 348.5 square kilometres. Its capital is St. George’s. Known as the Spice Island, the island of Carriacou is the largest island in the Grenadines. It remains within the British Commonwealth as an independent nation, and the Governor General represents the Queen.

               The East Caribbean dollar is the currency used locally. It is linked to the US dollar. Tourism is Grenada’s main economic force. Conventional beach and water-sports tourism is largely focused in the southwest region around St. George’s. Beautiful scenery with fertile valleys, rainforests, mountain lakes and excellent beaches are a big draw for tourists.