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The British Virgin Islands reviews
The British Virgin Islands
The British Virgin Islands make up the larger part of an archipelago of more than 60 islands
and cays forming the northern extremity of the Leeward Islands in
the eastern Caribbean. The British Virgin Islands comprise 56 islands,
rocks and cays, but only 16 are inhabited. The islands are volcanic
in origin, with the exception of Anegada, which is formed of coral
and limestone and is the lowest lying. In general the atmosphere is
quiet and uncommercialised, with miles of beautiful unspoilt beaches.
The islands are situated in one of the finest sailing areas in the
world. Tortola is linked by a bridge to Beef Island, site of the international
airport. Road Town, on the south coast, is the capital of the British
Virgin Islands. It has a colourful market and delightful West Indian-style
houses. Many of the best beaches are on the northern part of the island,
with names such as Smugglers’ Cove, Long Bay, Cane Garden Bay
and Brewer’s Bay. Local island specialities include conch stew,
shark and other fish delicacies.
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