Caribbean, an island in the Caribbean Sea, 55 km off the coast of Venezuela.
The original Arawak Indian settlers who arrived on Curacao from South America in about A.D. 1000 were largely enslaved by the Spanish early in the 16t ...
Longitude: -68.9333
Your Location
Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Curaçao:
3,110.892 km
Terrain:
Generally low, hilly terrain.
Natural Resources:
Calcium phosphates, protected harbors, hot springs.
Industries:
Tourism, petroleum refining, petroleum transshipment, light manufacturing, financial and business services.
Population: 153,289
Largest concentration on the island is Willemstad; smaller settlements near the coast can be found throughout the island, particularly in the northwest.
Area: 444 km2
more than twice the size of Washington, DC
Curacao is a part of the Windward Islands (southern) group in the Lesser Antilles.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| eng | English |
| nld | Dutch |
| pap | Papiamento |
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| ANG | Netherlands Antillean guilder | ƒ |
Capital City: Willemstad
Local time: Thursday, December 11 at 11:42 am (GMT-04:00)
The flag of Curaçao is a blue field with a horizontal yellow stripe and two white stars.
Bordering Countries
Curaçao has no bordering countries.
Visiting Curaçao
You're in for a treat! Curaçao is a fascinating place to explore, especially from December to April. Here's what you could encounter:
- Beautiful beaches and clear waters
- Rich marine life and coral reefs
- Vibrant cultural heritage and history
- Hurricane season from June to November
- High cost of living and travel
- Petty crime in tourist areas
- 0UNKNOWN RISK
Travel safety is unknown, proceed with caution
- Curaçaoan cuisine features seafood, tropical fruits, and spices.
- Popular dishes include keshi yena and funchi.
- Fresh seafood and local fruits are widely enjoyed.
- Relax on the beaches of Playa Kenepa
- Visit the Curaçao Sea Aquarium
- Explore the Hato Caves
Clear