Tortola Island
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Tortola Island
Tortola Island
The islands of the British Virgin Islands in the West Indies
Tortola Island is the largest island in the British Virgin Islands of the West Indies, with its capital located in the city of Rhodes. Located at latitude 18 ° 26 ′ N and longitude 64 ° 37 ′ W. Covering an area of 54 square kilometers, with a population of 9100 (1983). Volcano Island, with rugged terrain, has the highest point of Mount Sagi at an altitude of 543 meters. Mainly grows bananas, coconuts, etc., and raises cattle, pigs, and sheep. The coastal fishing industry is thriving. There is a sugar and wine factory. The tourism industry is relatively prosperous. The road spans the entire island and is connected to Biff Island by a bridge，sports fitness .
geographical environment
Tortola Island is located approximately 100 kilometers (60 miles) east of Puerto Rico. Area (21 square miles). There is a long row of hills on the island, with valleys intersecting between them. The highest peak, Sage Mountain, has an elevation of 543 meters (1781 feet). There is an abnormal arid plant forest on the island, similar to the plant community on the Greater Antilles. The climate and terrain are suitable for the development of animal husbandry.
economic
Exporting livestock products to the US Virgin Islands is the main economic project. More than 80% of the residents of the British Virgin Islands (mostly of African descent) reside on Tortola Island. Population (1980).
