Grenada
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Known as the Spice Isle because of its abundance source of spices, the mountainous island of Grenada is a hit with eco-tourists thanks to its verdant rainforests, sulphur springs, crystal rivers and waterfalls. The locals like to have a good time too, so when you are not relaxing on the white beaches, there are plenty of festivals and carnivals to enjoy.
Capital – Saint George's
Major towns and cities – Grenville and Hillsborough
Places of interest – Grand Etang Forest Reserve and Mount St Catherine
Time Zone – GMT -4
Language – English (primary) and French patois
Grenada currency - Grenada uses East Caribbean Dollars. 1XCD is worth around 20 pence. For up-to-date exchange rates see:
www.xe.com/ucc.