Capitals of North America Flashcards
Antigua and Barbuda
Saint John’s
Has a museum, a 19th-century church, and a 17th-century Government House.
Bahamas
Nassau
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Has a hilly landscape and is known for beaches and coral reefs. Retains many of its pastel-coloured British colonial buildings.
Barbados
Bridgetown
Known for its British colonial architecture, Garrison Historic Area (military complex), and horseracing track.
Belize
Belmopan
The smallest capital city in America by population.
Canada
Ottawa
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Has grand victorian architecture and museums. The park-lined canal is filled with boats in summer and ice-skaters in winter.
Costa Rica
San José
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Notable among Latin American cities for its high quality of life, security, level of globalisation, and environmental performance.
Cuba
Havana
Spanish colonial architecture in Old Havana, including a fort which is now a maritime museum.
Dominica
Rosaeu
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Known for its 18th-century Creole architecture. Has a cobblestone market, museum, and botanic gardens.
Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo
Its walled, cobblestoned historic core has buildings that date back to the 1500s. Cafe-lined public square with palace/museum.
El Salvador
San Salvador
One of the most seismically active capitals in Central America with earthquakes and tropical storms.
Grenada
Saint George’s
Known for its charming streets, forts, and vibrant spice markets.
Guatemala
Guatemala City
Known for its Mayan history, high-altitude location, and nearby volcanoes.
