U.S Virgin Islands
By: Callie Poehler
Charlotte Amaile
Flag
The concept or idea of a U.S. Virgin Islands flag began with the administration of Rear Admiral Summer Ely Whitmore Kitelle, who was sworn in as governor of the islands on April 26, 1921
Yellow Trumpetbush
The flower of the U.S Virgin Islands
The US Virgin Islands
St.Thomas St. John St. Croix
History
- The Danish used to rule the island and had slaves.
- The onset of World War I brought the reforms to a close and again left the islands isolated and exposed. During the submarine warfare phases of the First World War, the United States, fearing that the islands might be seized by Germany as a submarine base, again approached Denmark with a view to buying them. After a few months of negotiations, a selling price of $25 million in United States gold coin was agreed.(This is equivalent to $2,200,000,000 in 2012 dollars @ $1770 per ounce.) At the same time the economics of continued possession weighed heavily on the minds of Danish decision makers, and a consensus in favor of selling emerged in the Danish parliament.
- Hurricane Hugo struck the Virgin Islands in 1989, causing catastrophic physical and economic damage. The territory was again struck by Hurricane Marilyn in 1995, killing eight people and causing more than $2 billion in damage. The islands were again struck by Hurricane Bertha, Hurricane Georges, Hurricane Lenny, and Hurricane Omar in 1996, 1998, 1999 and 2008, respectively, but damage was not as severe in those storms.
Capital: Charlotte Amalie
Dialing Code: 340
Currency: United States dollar
Population: 109,666 (2011)
National Anthem: Virgin Islands March
Official Language: English Language
The Garden of Pontoise, 1875
The Harvest, 1882
Located in Bridgestone Museum of Art, Toyko
Hay Harvest at Eragny, 1901
National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Ontario
Famous Artist- Camille Pissarro
Famous Athlete- Tim Duncan
Famous Actor- Lawrence Hilton-Jacob
- Ingolf March
- Virgin Island March
- The Governor's Own
- Spirit of the U.S.N
- Caribbean Echoes
- Childhood
- Bull Passin
- Warbling in the Moonlight
- Doux Reve d'Armour
- Sweet Virgin Isles
- Welcome to our President
Famous Musician- Alton Adams
President- Barrack Obama
Currency- $ US Dollar $
Major Religion- Christianity, Roman Catholic, Various forms of Protestant, and a few Jews and Muslims
Area- 133.7 square miles
Location- In between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
Terrain- Most of the Islands are volcanic and are mostly hilly and mountainous with little level land.
Climate- Tropical- Between 75-88 F
Agriculture- They grow fruit trees such as avocado, mangoes, coconuts, citrus, and breadfruit.
Major Industries- Manufacturing and Tourism
Islands- St.Croix, St. Thomas, St. John
Things to see in St. Thomas
Sugar Bay resort and Spa
Website: http://www.sugarbayresortandspa.com/
Location: Sugar Bay Resort and Spa, East End, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
Phone: 340.777.7100
Rooms
The rooms there are really nice and if you stay there you will enjoy it.
Iguana
You will find Iguanas everywhere during your stay at Sugar Bay Resort especially near the pool side bar.
Pool
There is 3 beautiul pools right next to the ocean.
Coral World
Website: http://coralworldvi.com/
Location: Coral World Ocean Park, East End, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
Phone: 340-755-1555
Shark Shallows
The inhabitants of the Shark Shallows may include nurse, lemon, blacktip and reef sharks.
Sea Lion Encounter
For those who don’t want to get wet, Get up close and personal with a South American Sea Lion in our Sea Lion Encounter. Learn about these fascinating animals while observing their entertaining antics. During the encounter you might play a quick game of soccer, feed them a fishy treat or get a Big wet sea lion kiss! Take home photos of a lifetime. Great for the entire family
Turtle Pool
Chelly the turtle named after Chellonii the scientfic name for green sea turtles.
Black Beard's Castle
Website: www.blackbeardscastle.com/
Location: Blackbeard's Castle, Lille Taarne Gade, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
Phone: 340-776-1234
Magic Ice Gallery
Explore the largest permanent ice gallery in the world showcasing the rich history of the Caribbean in intricate sculptures created from snow and ice. This sub-zero exhibit features sculptures of shipwrecks, lighthouses, animal life and even a giant ice bar. Warm coats, gloves and shoes are provided.
Email: post@magicice.vi
Website: http://www.magicice.vi/
Location: 21 Dronningens Gade, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
Phone: 340-422-6000
St.Thomas Synagogue
Built in 1796 by Sephardic Jews, the St. Thomas Synagogue is one of the oldest synagogues in the Western Hemisphere. People of all faiths are welcome to visit the sand-floored interior of this National Historic Landmark.
Website: www.synagogue.vi
Location: St. Thomas Synagogue, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
Things to see in St. John
Trunk Bay
This breathtakingly beautiful beach, with soft white powdery sand, is one of the most popular in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The National Park maintains an underwater snorkeling trail at Trunk Bay with underwater signs providing a wealth of interesting information.
National Park Vistor Center
A few steps from the Cruz Bay dock, the Vistor Center is open for information, maps and brochures on local wildlife and trails throughout St. Johns's National Park. Enjoy learning about St. John tropical forest, petroglyphs and sugar mill ruins on your own or with a guide.
Website: www.nps.gov/viis/
Location: 1300 Great Cruz Bay Road, Cruz Bay, St. John 00830, VI
Phone: 340-776-6201
Things to See in St. Croix
Divi Carina Bay Casino
Buck Island
One of only three underwater national monuments in the United States, Buck Island and its surrounding coral reef ecosystem support a large variety of native flora and fauna, including the hawksbill turtle and brown pelican. Underwater trails make Buck Island a popular destination for snorkelers and a must-do for every visitor. A number of tour companies operate excursions to Buck Island.
Email: teroro@vipowernet.net
Location: Buck Island, St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands
Phone: 340-718-3161
My Trip to St Thomas
My Sister Hailey and Me
On the last day me and my sister where boogie boarding.
Chelly and Me
This one of the turtles named Chelly that i go to meet at Coral World.
Coconut Man and Me
This a a man that was on the beach everyday selling coconut husk birds that he carved.
My first time in the ocean
My Aunt and I Snorkeling
Snorkeling was so fun just my advice don't take out the mouth piece because when you put it back in it tastes really salty.
St Thomas
I made this in St Thomas