The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is an archipelagic state in the southern Caribbean, lying northeast
of the South American country of  Venezuela and south of Grenada in the Lesser Antilles. It shares
maritime boundaries with other nations including: Barbados to the northeast, Guyana to the southeast,
and Venezuela to the south and west. The country covers an area of 5,128 square kilometres
(1,980 sq mi) and consists of two main islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and numerous smaller landforms. Trinidad is the larger and more populous of the main islands; Tobago is much smaller, comprising about
6% of the total area and 4% of the population. The nation lies outside the hurricane belt.

Unlike most of the English-speaking Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago's economy is primarily
industrial-based, with an emphasis on petroleum and petrochemicals. It is an independent Caribbean
country, with a good standard of living and high literacy rates. Trinidad and Tobago is famous for
its pre-Lenten festival known as Carnival and as the birthplace of steelpan, calypso, soca, and limbo.

Birthplace of the steelpan, Trinidad and Tobago’s rich culture and ethnic diversity is reflected in our
numerous festivals, including the spectacular annual Carnival celebration. Beyond our beautiful
beaches, Trinidad and Tobago is rich in biodiversity with more than 430 bird species, 108 mammals,
55 reptiles, 620 types of butterflies, and the oldest protected rainforest in the Western Hemisphere.
Harmony in diversity; as the varied races so the various religious de-nominations., with all respecting,
and participating in many religious observances and cultural traditions of its colorful and warm people.

For superb dining, delicious options abound in Trinidad and Tobago, from chic gourmet restaurants
to family run establishments serving delectable traditional Creole and Indian fare.

Popular sports include tennis, golf, sailing, wind surfing and deep sea fishing.  The most popular
team sports being cricket and football.