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Barbados

Beaches and cou-cou in the Caribbean.

Barbados is an island country located in the Lesser Antilles, in the Caribbean region. It is situated northeast of Venezuela and southwest of Martinique. Barbados is the easternmost island in the Caribbean. Its neighbors are Saint Lucia to the north, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to the west, and Trinidad and Tobago to the south. The capital and largest city is Bridgetown.

Barbados is the 4th oldest country in the world, having been colonized by the British in 1627. Barbados is also one of the most developed countries in the Caribbean. The main reasons to visit Barbados are its beaches, its food, and its friendly people. The beaches in Barbados are some of the most beautiful in the world, with their white sand and turquoise waters.

The food in Barbados is a mix of African, Creole, Indian, and British influences. Some example dishes include: flying fish, cou-cou (a cornmeal dish), and pepperpot (a stew made with beef, pork, and vegetables).

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