US Virgin Islands cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 10 December 2024.
This is the best list of 222 cities in the US Virgin Islands available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
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Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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4795443 | Carolina | Caroline | VI | Saint John Island | Coral Bay | 18.34718 | -64.72153 | 17 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795479 | Christiansted | Baasend,Bassin,Christianstad,Christianstadt,Christianstaed,Christiansted,Christianstedt,Christianstoed,Kristianssted,Kristiansted,Kristianstent,Kristijansted,STX,ke li si qin si te de,Κρίστιανστεντ,Кристианстед,Кристијанстед,כריסטיאנסטד,克里斯琴斯特德 | VI | Saint Croix Island | Christiansted | 17.74681 | -64.70557 | 3 | 1866 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795604 | Diamond | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.70331 | -64.82542 | 26 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795206 | Annaberg | Annaberg Plantation,Anneberg | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.36301 | -64.73014 | 25 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796633 | Solitude | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.75608 | -64.63125 | 23 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795254 | Bellevue | Bellbue,Belle Vue | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.74775 | -64.73348 | 130 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795831 | Great Pond | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.72442 | -64.64875 | 6 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795276 | Bettys Hope | Betty’s Hope,Bettyshope | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.6922 | -64.81653 | 12 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795527 | Concordia | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.31051 | -64.70652 | 12 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796851 | Whites Bay | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southwest | 17.68831 | -64.87376 | 7 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795605 | Diamond | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.73053 | -64.75403 | 43 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795308 | Bolongo | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Southside | 18.31745 | -64.8982 | 15 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796115 | Mafolie | Ma Folie | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Northside | 18.35246 | -64.93153 | 244 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795621 | Donoe | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Tutu | 18.33662 | -64.89764 | 77 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
7267931 | Grove Place | Grove Place CDP | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.7228 | -64.82766 | 64 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795205 | Annaberg | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.71164 | -64.77431 | 15 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796736 | Tutu | Anna’s Retreat,Hacienda del Retiro de Ana | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Tutu | 18.33884 | -64.88653 | 60 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796640 | Southgate | VI | Saint Croix Island | 17.75775 | -64.60069 | 0 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | ||
4796000 | La Grange | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.71914 | -64.87848 | 6 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795539 | Contant | VI | Saint John Island | Cruz Bay | 18.32551 | -64.79236 | 20 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796475 | Robe Hill | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.71497 | -64.85126 | 89 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796542 | Saint Peter | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.74192 | -64.69264 | 18 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795160 | Adelphi | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Northside | 18.34829 | -64.98348 | 82 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795761 | Frederiksted | Frederichstaed,Frederichsted,Frederickstad,Frederickstadt,Friderichstaedt,Friderichstoed,Friederichstaedt,Friedrichstedt,Westend | VI | Saint Croix Island | Frederiksted | 17.71233 | -64.88179 | 5 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796221 | Mount Pleasant | Yesba Hill | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.74581 | -64.8007 | 70 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796366 | Petronella | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.72747 | -64.66792 | 27 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795241 | Barrett | Barett | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Northside | 18.36523 | -64.94598 | 144 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795467 | Charlotte Amalie | Amalienborg,Amalienburg,Carlota Amalia,Carlotamalio,Charlotte Amalia,Charlotte Amalie,Charlotte Amalie pa Dei amerikanske Jomfruoyane,Charlotte Amalie på Dei amerikanske Jomfruøyane,Di Dorp,Dorp,Het Dorp,Saint Thomas,Saint Thomas City,Sanct Thomas,Sarlot Amali,Sarlote Amalija,Sarlotta Amaliya,Savan,Scharlotte Amelia,Sharlot Amali,Sharlota Amalija,Sharlota-Amalija,Sharlotta-Amalija,Tap House,Tap Hus,Taphuis,Taphus,Taphuus,Taphys,Tappus,Wirtshaus,Zapfhaus,charlxttxa mali,sarlata ameli,sharlwt amaly,srlwt ʼmʼly,syalleos-amallie,xia luo te a ma li ya,Ĉarlotamalio,Şarlotta Amaliya,Šarlotė Amalija,Σαρλότ Αμαλί,Шарлот Амали,Шарлота Амалия,Шарлота Амалија,Шарлота-Амалія,Шарлотта-Амалия,Шарлотта-Амалія,שרלוט אמאלי,شارلوت آمالی,شارلوت أمالي,شارلٹ ایملی,शार्लट आमेली,ชาร์ลอตต์อะมาลี,შარლოტა-ამალია,シャーロット・アマリー,夏洛特阿马利亚,샬럿아말리에 | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Charlotte Amalie | 18.3419 | -64.9307 | 6 | 20000 | America/St_Thomas | capital of a political entity |
4796512 | Saint Croix | Agay,Ay Ay,Ay-Ay,Ayay,Cibuguiera,Cibuquiera,Eylandet Saint Croix,L’Isle de Sainte Croix,STX,Sainte Croix,Sanct Croix,Sancta Crux,Santa Cruz,St Croix,The Quiet Virgin | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.72751 | -64.74698 | 87 | 50601 | America/St_Thomas | seat of a first-order administrative division |
4795767 | Fredriksdal | Fredericksdal | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.35968 | -64.73625 | 4 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795383 | Butzberg | Boetzberg,Boetzburg,Boutzberg,Butzburg | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.74664 | -64.67736 | 41 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795380 | Butler Bay | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.74858 | -64.89154 | 31 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795201 | Anguilla | Thornbull,Thornbull Estate,Turnbull | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.70664 | -64.77987 | 10 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796112 | Madame Carty | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.73608 | -64.61708 | 8 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795261 | Benner | Benders,Benner’s | VI | Saint Thomas Island | East End | 18.32218 | -64.86181 | 29 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795222 | Annas Hope | Anna’s Hope,Annahope,Annashaab | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.72831 | -64.72875 | 52 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796526 | Saint John | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.76358 | -64.74709 | 33 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795320 | Bordeaux | Bordeau,Bourdeaux | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.33523 | -64.72097 | 356 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796757 | Upper Love | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.73109 | -64.81542 | 49 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796303 | Orange Grove | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.74553 | -64.71931 | 29 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796416 | Punch | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.7422 | -64.8682 | 198 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796108 | Lower Love | Die Liefde,New Love | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.7222 | -64.80765 | 28 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795958 | Jolly Hill | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.7322 | -64.86126 | 57 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796306 | Orangegrove | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.7372 | -64.85209 | 90 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795248 | Beck Grove | Beck’s Grove,Becks Grove,Becks Plantage | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.72525 | -64.85015 | 117 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796004 | La Vallee | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.77778 | -64.80306 | 9 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795186 | Altona | Altona and Velgunst | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Charlotte Amalie | 18.33885 | -64.94876 | 6 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795677 | Envy | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.69942 | -64.80292 | 12 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796381 | Plessen | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.71664 | -64.82042 | 34 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795839 | Green Kay | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.75858 | -64.65403 | 27 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796602 | Seven Hills | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.74581 | -64.65125 | 81 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796063 | Little Fountain | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.75164 | -64.79376 | 96 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796291 | Nugent | Castle Nugent | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.7172 | -64.67736 | 39 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795459 | Cathrines Rest | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.72273 | -64.71758 | 46 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796325 | Parasol | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.75386 | -64.81709 | 159 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796857 | Williams Delight | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southwest | 17.69998 | -64.83542 | 19 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796204 | Morningstar | Morgenstern,Morning Star | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.75831 | -64.76126 | 41 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795731 | Fort Frederick | Frederiksfort,Fridrichsfort,Friedrichsfort | VI | Saint Croix Island | Frederiksted | 17.71525 | -64.88292 | 3 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795274 | Bethlehem Old Work | Bethlehem,Bethlehem’s Old Works,John de Wint Plantage,Old Work | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.73136 | -64.79376 | 32 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795745 | Fountain | Big Fountain | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.74997 | -64.82765 | 97 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795390 | Calabash Boom | Calebasboom,Kalabashboom | VI | Saint John Island | Coral Bay | 18.32773 | -64.70319 | 14 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796609 | Shoys | VI | Saint Croix Island | East End | 17.75525 | -64.68236 | 22 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795703 | Fish Bay | Fishbay,Green Valley | VI | Saint John Island | Cruz Bay | 18.32218 | -64.76625 | 7 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796638 | Sorgenfri | Circumfreyn,Sorgen Fri,Sorgenfrei,Sorgenfrey,Sorgfri | VI | Saint Thomas Island | West End | 18.36551 | -64.98292 | 187 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795671 | Enighed | VI | Saint John Island | Cruz Bay | 18.32829 | -64.79153 | 4 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796095 | Longford | Langford | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.71609 | -64.69487 | 18 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796285 | North Side | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.75858 | -64.8882 | 39 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796406 | Prosperity | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.72609 | -64.88209 | 13 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796628 | Smithfield | Smith’s Field,Smithfjeld | VI | Saint Croix Island | Frederiksted | 17.6997 | -64.88042 | 26 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795773 | Frenchtown | Carnage,Cha Cha Town,Chacha Town,Chacha Village,French Town | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Charlotte Amalie | 18.33829 | -64.94209 | 6 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796338 | Pearl | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.71636 | -64.73376 | 38 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795608 | Diamond Keturah | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.7047 | -64.71376 | 9 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796618 | Sion Farm | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.73247 | -64.7432 | 57 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796809 | Waldberggaard | Walberg Guard,Walberggaard,Waldberg Gaard,Watberg Gaard | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.71664 | -64.84431 | 68 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795549 | Coral Bay | Coral Bay Village,Coralbay | VI | Saint John Island | Coral Bay | 18.34801 | -64.71319 | 8 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796693 | Susannaberg | Susannasborg,Suzanneberg | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.34134 | -64.77292 | 191 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4046956 | Upper Bethlehem | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.71553 | -64.79209 | 24 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796527 | Saint John | Eyland Saint Jan,Isle deSaint-Jean,Saint Jan,Saint Jean,Saint John’s Island,San Juan Isla,Sint-Jan Eiland,St John,St John Island | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.33968 | -64.74958 | 270 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795267 | Bethany | Bethania,Bethanien | VI | Saint John Island | Cruz Bay | 18.33107 | -64.78292 | 119 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795815 | Grange | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.73123 | -64.72243 | 59 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796180 | Misgen | Misgunst | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Northside | 18.3544 | -64.93181 | 218 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795897 | Hermitage | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.74942 | -64.80459 | 97 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795797 | Golden Grove | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.71553 | -64.80098 | 24 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795540 | Contant | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Charlotte Amalie | 18.3419 | -64.95598 | 104 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796035 | Libanon Hill | Lebanon Estate,Lebanon Hill | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northcentral | 17.75442 | -64.78542 | 55 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796399 | Profit | VI | Saint Croix Island | Southcentral | 17.7172 | -64.78042 | 42 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796195 | Monte | VI | Saint John Island | Cruz Bay | 18.32079 | -64.77625 | 60 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796465 | Resolution | Bonne Resolution | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Northside | 18.3544 | -64.95654 | 303 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795544 | Contentment | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.73608 | -64.71292 | 86 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796312 | Oxford | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.73914 | -64.86098 | 91 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796651 | Sprat Hall Beach | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.74247 | -64.89209 | 22 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796008 | Lameshur | Limeshore | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.32051 | -64.72458 | 6 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4795905 | Hogensborg | VI | Saint Croix Island | Northwest | 17.70942 | -64.84681 | 44 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795997 | L’Esperance | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.34023 | -64.7593 | 172 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4796016 | Laprey Valley | VI | Saint Croix Island | Anna’s Hope Village | 17.72636 | -64.68625 | 71 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place | |
4795952 | Johns Folly | Johns Folly Bay | VI | Saint John Island | Coral Bay | 18.3194 | -64.70347 | 30 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796105 | Lovenlund | Lovelund | VI | Saint Thomas Island | Northside | 18.35912 | -64.91098 | 51 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796318 | Palestina | Palestine | VI | Saint John Island | Central | 18.34884 | -64.7068 | 15 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
4796676 | Strawberry Hill | Strawberryhill | VI | Saint Croix Island | Sion Farm | 17.7322 | -64.76098 | 45 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
11205169 | Sapphire Village | VI | Saint Thomas Island | East End | 18.33465 | -64.85045 | 0 | America/St_Thomas | populated place |
US Virgin Islands: A Geographical Exploration of a Caribbean Paradise
The US Virgin Islands, located in the Caribbean Sea, are a group of islands that are both rich in history and natural beauty. Consisting of three main islands—St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix—and numerous smaller islands, this US territory offers a unique geographical blend of tropical landscapes, bustling ports, and tranquil beaches. These islands, with their diverse geography, have played a significant role in regional trade, tourism, and the development of the Caribbean. Understanding the spatial dynamics of the US Virgin Islands—its cities, regions, and natural resources—is crucial for effective urban planning, resource management, and sustainable growth. Geographic data, including the latitude and longitude of cities and regions, provides vital insights into how the territory is structured and how it can adapt to future challenges.
The US Virgin Islands: Geography and Topography
The US Virgin Islands are situated in the eastern Caribbean, to the east of Puerto Rico and the west of the British Virgin Islands. The territory is divided into three main islands: St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. Each island has a distinct geographical makeup, climate, and history that influences its culture and economy.
St. Thomas, the most developed island, is known for its steep hills and deep harbors, including the famous Charlotte Amalie harbor, which has been a key port for centuries. The island’s interior is hilly and lush, with vegetation ranging from tropical rainforests to dry scrublands. Its geography has made it a crucial point for both trade and tourism, with its port serving as a central hub for cruises in the Caribbean.
St. John, the smallest of the three main islands, is known for its pristine beaches, protected national parklands, and mountainous terrain. About two-thirds of the island is part of the Virgin Islands National Park, preserving its natural beauty and diverse ecosystems. The geography of St. John makes it an ideal destination for eco-tourism, with hiking trails, snorkeling spots, and secluded beaches that attract nature lovers.
St. Croix, the largest island in the US Virgin Islands, features a more varied landscape with plains, mountains, and coastal areas. The island’s economy historically relied on agriculture, particularly sugar production, but it has since diversified to include tourism and manufacturing. Its diverse geography includes tropical forests, coral reefs, and salt ponds, making it an important site for environmental conservation.
The Cities and Regions of the US Virgin Islands
The US Virgin Islands are administratively divided into four districts: St. Thomas-St. John, St. Croix, and a fourth district that encompasses the smaller islands. Each district is home to several towns and communities, each with unique characteristics shaped by the islands’ geography.
Charlotte Amalie, the capital and largest city, is located on St. Thomas and serves as the commercial, political, and cultural heart of the territory. The city’s location on the harbor has made it a center for shipping and tourism. Its narrow streets and colorful buildings reflect the island’s rich colonial history, and the city is a major destination for visitors arriving via cruise ships. Geographic data on the distribution of infrastructure, port facilities, and residential areas in Charlotte Amalie is essential for managing urban growth and improving the city’s resilience to the challenges posed by its location.
Christiansted, located on St. Croix, is another key city in the US Virgin Islands. This historic town was once the capital of the Danish West Indies and today serves as a cultural and tourism center. Its picturesque harbor and colonial-era architecture attract tourists and residents alike. Christiansted’s geographic location along the coast makes it vulnerable to tropical storms and rising sea levels, so understanding the city’s geography is essential for future planning and environmental protection.
The town of Cruz Bay, located on St. John, is the island’s main entry point and serves as the gateway to Virgin Islands National Park. The town’s relatively small size and proximity to the park make it a focal point for eco-tourism, and its growth is closely tied to preserving the natural environment. Geographic data on land use, infrastructure, and population density in Cruz Bay helps local authorities balance the needs of tourism with the protection of the island’s fragile ecosystems.
The Importance of Geographic Data for Planning and Development
Geographic data is invaluable for understanding the layout and growth potential of the US Virgin Islands. With its varied terrain, coastal zones, and urban centers, the territory faces numerous challenges related to development, infrastructure, and resource management. Obtaining geographic data on cities and regions, including the latitude and longitude of key locations, allows planners to optimize transportation, housing, and public services.
For example, the islands' coastal areas, which are vital for tourism and trade, are also highly susceptible to natural disasters such as hurricanes and sea-level rise. Understanding the geography of these areas allows local governments to implement disaster preparedness strategies, such as flood control measures, evacuation plans, and resilient infrastructure. The precise geographic data on the location of flood-prone areas, critical infrastructure, and residential zones is crucial for minimizing damage during storm events.
Additionally, geographic data on the distribution of natural resources, including water sources, arable land, and marine environments, is essential for sustainable development. Given the limited land area of the US Virgin Islands, efficient land use planning is essential to ensure that the islands can support both their growing population and tourism industry. Geographic data helps identify areas for development while minimizing environmental degradation and preserving the islands' natural beauty.
Environmental Sustainability and Conservation
The US Virgin Islands are home to diverse ecosystems, from coral reefs and tropical forests to mangrove swamps and salt ponds. The islands’ geography provides a rich environment for biodiversity, but this natural wealth is under threat from both human activity and climate change. Geographic data is essential for monitoring and managing the health of these ecosystems, as well as for developing policies to protect the environment.
Coral reefs, which are vital for marine life and tourism, are particularly vulnerable to climate change, pollution, and overfishing. Mapping the location of coral reefs, monitoring their health, and tracking the impacts of human activity can help inform conservation efforts. Geographic data on marine ecosystems, including underwater topography, helps environmentalists and government agencies design marine protected areas and sustainable fisheries management practices.
Similarly, the islands' terrestrial ecosystems, including their tropical forests and mangrove habitats, require careful management to maintain biodiversity and prevent degradation. Geographic data on land cover, vegetation types, and habitat distribution is crucial for preserving these ecosystems and ensuring that development does not come at the expense of the environment.
Connectivity and Infrastructure Challenges
The geographic isolation of the US Virgin Islands presents both opportunities and challenges for connectivity and infrastructure development. While the islands are well-connected to major tourism markets, their location in the Caribbean means that transportation and communication with the mainland and other islands are essential to economic growth and development. Geographic data on transportation networks, including airports, seaports, and road systems, helps optimize travel routes and improve access to essential services.
In terms of energy, the US Virgin Islands are heavily reliant on imported fuel. Geographic data can assist in the development of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, by identifying the best locations for energy generation based on factors like sunlight, wind patterns, and land availability. Additionally, understanding the geography of existing energy infrastructure allows for more efficient energy distribution and helps reduce reliance on external energy sources.
Conclusion: Geographic Data as a Tool for Sustainable Growth
In conclusion, the US Virgin Islands’ geography plays a pivotal role in shaping its economy, culture, and development. From the bustling city of Charlotte Amalie to the eco-tourism opportunities in St. John, the islands' unique geography offers both challenges and opportunities for sustainable growth. Geographic data, including the latitude and longitude of cities, regions, and natural resources, is essential for planning, development, and environmental conservation.
By obtaining and utilizing geographic data, the US Virgin Islands can continue to grow economically while preserving the environment for future generations. Whether it's managing the impacts of climate change, improving infrastructure, or promoting sustainable tourism, geographic data is key to making informed decisions that will shape the future of this beautiful Caribbean territory. Through careful planning and the effective use of geographic information, the US Virgin Islands can navigate the challenges of the 21st century and thrive in an ever-changing world.
FaQ about US Virgin Islands
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
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