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The climate in Dominica is mostly tropical. Trade winds rule the air at most time of the year. Occasional heavy rainfall can be expected during the late summer months.

Being a part of the Caribbean region, Dominica uses the East Caribbean Dollar as its currency.
Dominica is located in the Lesser Antilles region of the Caribbean Sea. It sits at the northwest part of Martinique and the south southeast tip of Guadeloupe.

The people of Dominica are generally friendly, fun-loving, and approachable. The locals are very hospitable to their visitors and even greet them on the streets, wishing them a fine day. The locals are called Caribs.

Dominica is the major importer of fresh or dried banana and plantains in the Caribbean region and beyond. This product compromises of around 39% of their total exports. Their second major product is soap, as exports account for about 22%.

As a part of the Caribbean region, Dominica basks in its seas, sun, and shores. Major economic revenues come from tourism with snorkeling is the most preferred tourist activity. Water activities are at its best in this island nation and that includes jet skiing, water-skiing, kayaking, dolphin watching, whale watching, and boating.

The resorts are at their finest in Dominica. The visitors who come here are most advised to see and stay at the following luxurious resorts: Calibishie Cove, Belle Cote Villa, Jungle Bay Resort and Spa, Cabilishie Lodges, Veranda View, and the Pointe Baptiste Villa and Cottage, among others.

Beaches are the best offerings of Dominica and the prettiest one is the Marigot Beach that is located at the Calibishie Coast. The Calibishie Coast extends to the Caribbean Sea, the most famous sea for exotic touring, vacationing, and relaxing fun in the whole world.

Aside from beautiful seas and beaches, Dominica has many lakes to boast about as well. Visit the Morne Trois Pitons National Park and in there, you’ll be able to enjoy several lakes and a falls. There you can find the Boiling Lake, Boeri Lake, the Freshwater Lake, and the Middleham Falls.

The major industry is related to tourism, of course. But they also draw generous income from offshore services, construction, and agriculture. The local banana industry is a flourishing industry all year round.

The French have the first claim for the island of Dominica although there was no permanent French settlement that occurred right away. The island was considered neutral for the most part until France decided to gain full control of the island for the next few decades. In 1783 though, the island was returned to Britain. After World War I, the Caribbean region started seeking independence and Dominica was granted independence in 1978.

Some of the famous people from Dominica are Juan Pablo Duarte who is the liberal leader of La Trinitaria. He, along with Francisco Sanchez and Ramon Mella, helped Dominica gain her independence. Rafael Trujillo is another famous Dominican who incidentally, was a military dictator. He became the ruler of this island nation for 10 years. Mariasela Alvarez Lebron is another famous Dominican who won the Miss World title in 1982.

Dominica is a 750 sq km island, where capital is Roseau. Because of the unspoiled beauty, it has gained the tag of the Nature Isle of the Caribbean. The highest peak in Dominica is the Morne Diablotins. The island is composed of large hot spring lakes, rainforests, and volcanoes, aside from its picturesque beaches.

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The capital city of Dominica is Roseau. Portsmouth comes second in terms of size followed by the cities of Marigot, Berekua, Mahaut, and Saint Joseph.

Did you Know, that Dominica has the largest group of cetaceans, or whales, living off its shores? There are big groups of spinner dolphins, sperm whales, bottle-nose dolphins, and pan-tropical spotted dolphins seen all year round. Even killer whales and false killer whales can be spotted on its shores, although they are harder to spot than the others mentioned.

Updated 18th April 2018

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