Antigua and Barbuda

The state consists of two main islands, Antigua with its indented coastline and Barbuda with its extensive coral reefs and sandy beaches.

The territory changed hands between Spanish and French colonizers before becoming a British colony in 1667, maintaining this status until independence in 1981.

The National Archives of Antigua and Barbuda in St John's preserve documents and artifacts dating from the colonial period through modern times.

English Harbour in southern Antigua provides modern marina facilities and anchorage points for international yachts throughout the sailing season.

North Sound Marine Park encompasses numerous small uninhabited islands and contains protected nesting grounds for rare Caribbean bird species.

Inception: November 1, 1981

Capital city: Saint John's

Part of: Commonwealth of Nations, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean

Shares border with: United Kingdom

Address: Antigua and Barbuda

Website: http://ab.gov.ag

GPS coordinates: 17.22347,-61.95546

Latest update: November 10, 2025 14:33