carribean

The Caribbean is a region of the Americas consisting of the Caribbean Sea, its islands, and the surrounding coasts. The region is bordered to the north and east by the North Atlantic Ocean, to the west by Central America, and to the south by South America. Geographically, it encompasses over 7,000 islands, islets, reefs, and cays. These islands are typically divided into the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and the Lucayan Archipelago. The Greater Antilles include larger islands like Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, and Puerto Rico. The Lesser Antilles are a more extensive chain of smaller islands, further divided into the Windward and Leeward Islands. The Lucayan Archipelago includes the Bahamas, Turks, and Caicos Islands.

The climate of the Caribbean is tropical, characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity year-round. The region experiences distinct wet and dry seasons, and is also prone to hurricanes, particularly during the late summer and early autumn months. Culturally, the Caribbean is incredibly diverse, a result of centuries of indigenous populations interacting with European colonial powers, as well as the forced migration of people from Africa during the transatlantic slave trade, and later immigration from Asia. This has led to a rich tapestry of languages, religions, music, dance, and cuisine. Economically, tourism is a major industry for many Caribbean nations, alongside agriculture, fishing, and increasingly, the service sector.