Virgin Islands: Getting Acquainted
U.S. Virgin Islands: Getting Acquainted
The United States Virgin Islands are a group of Caribbean islands located east of Puerto Rico in the Lesser Antilles. As an unincorporated territory of the United States, the islands operate under a local government while remaining under U.S. jurisdiction. The population of the U.S. Virgin Islands is approximately 87,000, spread across the main islands of Saint Thomas, Saint John, and Saint Croix.
The United States purchased the Virgin Islands from Denmark in 1917, largely for strategic military reasons during World War I. Prior to the transfer, the islands had been under Danish control for over two centuries. Since becoming a U.S. territory, the islands have developed a distinct cultural identity blending Caribbean and American influences.
- The capital of the United States Virgin Islands is Charlotte Amalie, located on the island of Saint Thomas.
- Key industries include tourism, manufacturing, rum production, and service-based businesses.
- Visitors are drawn to the U.S. Virgin Islands for its beautiful beaches, historic towns, national parks, and vibrant cultural experiences.
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