North Caicos facts for kids
North Caicos Shore
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 North Caicos
Location in Turks and Caicos Islands
North Caicos
Location in Caribbean
The location of North Caicos within the Turks and Caicos Islands
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| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 21°53′29″N 71°56′46″W / 21.89139°N 71.94611°W |
| Archipelago | Lucayan Archipelago |
| Area | 116.4 km2 (44.9 sq mi) |
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| British Overseas Territory | Turks and Caicos Islands |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 1,312 (2012 census) |
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| ISO code | TC |
| Official name: North, Middle & East Caicos Islands | |
| Designated: | 27 June 1990 |
| Reference #: | 493 |
North Caicos is a beautiful island in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It's the second largest island there, right after Middle Caicos. On its western side, you'll find smaller islands called Caicos Cays, with Parrot Cay being the closest. These cays connect North Caicos to Providenciales. To the east, a narrow water passage called Juniper Hole separates North Caicos from Middle Caicos. Only small boats can pass through it. A long causeway, about 1,600 meters (1 mile) long, also links North Caicos to Middle Caicos.
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Exploring North Caicos Geography
North Caicos covers an area of about 116.4 square kilometers (45 square miles) at high tide. The island is home to interesting places like Cottage Pond and Wade's Green Plantation. You can also visit the Flamingo Pond Overlook to see many flamingos. Near the northwestern shore are the tiny Three Marys Cays, which are very small islands. North Caicos is about 19 kilometers (12 miles) from Providenciales, and you can take daily ferry trips between the two islands.
North Caicos District Overview
North Caicos, along with Parrot Cay (which is 4.9 square kilometers) and Bay Cay (12.9 square kilometers), forms the North Caicos District. Bay Cay is actually the sixth-largest island in the territory. This district also includes a few other small, uninhabited islands. The total area of the North Caicos District is about 144.9 square kilometers.
Who Lives on North Caicos?
According to the 2012 census, the population of North Caicos was 1,312 people.
Towns and Villages of North Caicos
Bottle Creek: The Main Village
Bottle Creek is the biggest village on North Caicos, with 907 residents. It serves as the main center for the island. Here you'll find government offices, utility companies, and the island's high school. Along King's Road, which connects Bottle Creek to the causeway leading to Middle Caicos, there are several old plantation areas.
Whitby: A Quiet Seaside Spot
Whitby is a small village located on the northern coast of North Caicos. It's situated between the protected snorkeling area of Three Mary Cays and Horsestable Beach, making it a peaceful place by the sea.
Kew: The Farming Heart of the Island
Kew is an inland village and one of the oldest settlements in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It's well-known as the main farming community in the archipelago. Kew is also where you can visit the historic Wades Green Plantation, a popular tourist spot. This village has a population of 234 people.
Sandy Point: Gateway to the Island
Sandy Point is a very small village located at the northwestern tip of North Caicos. It faces Parrot Cay and is home to the North Caicos Yacht Club. This is also where the Sandy Point Marina is located, which is where ferries from Providenciales arrive. Only 23 people live in Sandy Point.
Education on North Caicos
Students on North Caicos attend Raymond Gardiner High School, which is located in Bottle Creek.
Images for kids
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The beautiful beaches of North Caicos
See also
In Spanish: Caicos del Norte para niños
