List of populated places in Antigua and Barbuda facts for kids
Antigua and Barbuda is a beautiful twin-island nation located in the Caribbean Sea. It's known for its sunny beaches and friendly people! This article will help you discover the main towns and villages across these islands, showing you where people live and gather.
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Towns and Villages of Antigua
Antigua is the larger of the two main islands. It is divided into different areas called parishes. Here's a look at some of the important towns and villages in each parish.
Saint John Parish
Saint John Parish is home to the capital city, St. John's. This is the biggest city in Antigua and Barbuda and a very busy place! Many people live here, and it's a hub for shopping, government, and tourism.
Some other villages in Saint John Parish include:
- Aberdeen
- Bendals
- Cedar Grove
- Five Islands
- Golden Grove
- Potters Village
- Villa
- Woods
Saint Mary Parish
Saint Mary Parish is known for its beautiful beaches and quiet areas. It's a great place for relaxing and enjoying nature.
Some villages in Saint Mary Parish are:
- Bolands, which is close to Jolly Harbour
- Cades Bay
- Ebenezer
- Jennings
- Johnsons Point
- Old Road
- Urlings
Saint Paul Parish
Saint Paul Parish is famous for its historical sites, especially around English Harbour. This area has a rich past linked to sailing and naval history.
Villages you can find in Saint Paul Parish include:
- Bethesda
- Cobbs Cross
- English Harbour
- Falmouth
- Liberta
- Swetes
Saint Philip Parish
Saint Philip Parish is located on the eastern side of Antigua. It has a mix of coastal areas and inland communities.
Some villages in Saint Philip Parish are:
- Collins
- Glanvilles
- Newfield
- Seatons
- Willikies
Saint Peter Parish
Saint Peter Parish is in the northeastern part of Antigua. It includes several communities, some of which are quite old.
Villages in Saint Peter Parish include:
- All Saints (part of this village is in Saint Peter)
- Pares
- Parham
- Vernons
Saint George Parish
Saint George Parish is located near the airport and has many growing communities. It's a convenient area for travel and living.
Some villages in Saint George Parish are:
- Barnes Hill
- Coolidge
- Fitches Creek
- Gunthorpes
- New Winthorpes
- Sea View Farm
Towns and Villages of Barbuda
Barbuda is the smaller of the two main islands. It's known for its untouched beauty and amazing wildlife.
The main settlement on Barbuda is Codrington. This is where most of the island's residents live. Around Codrington, there are smaller areas like:
- Broady
- Guava Farm
- Indigo North
- Meadow East
- Park
- Spring View
Other general areas of Barbuda include:
- Barbuda-North
- Barbuda-East
- Barbuda-South, which includes White Ponds East and White Ponds West
Largest Settlements
Here are the largest towns and villages in Antigua and Barbuda, based on how many people live there:
- St. John's (Antigua): About 22,634 people. This is the capital and largest city.
- All Saints (Antigua): About 3,412 people.
- Liberta (Antigua): About 2,239 people.
- Potter's Village (Antigua): About 2,067 people.
- Bolans (Antigua): About 1,785 people.
- Swetes (Antigua): About 1,573 people.
- Seaview Farm (Antigua): About 1,486 people.
- Piggotts (Antigua): About 1,363 people.
- Codrington (Barbuda): About 1,325 people. This is the main town on Barbuda.
- Parham (Antigua): About 1,276 people.
See more
- List of populated places in the Caribbean
