The British Virgin Islands are a group of 36 islands in the Caribbean, 16 of which are inhabited. The islands are about 960 miles east of Puerto Rico and north of the Leeward Islands. The principal islands are Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke. Other islands include Peter Island and Salt Island.

Tortola, is the largest of the British Virgin Islands and situated about 60 miles east of Puerto Rico. The capital, Road Town, is located on Tortola.

Virgin Gorda, or "Fat Virgin" is the second largest of the British Virgin Isles. Only ten miles long and two miles wide, the island is known for its yacht clubs, quiet coves, and safe anchorages for bareboats.

Anegada is an easily missed speck on the map lying 20 miles north of Virgin Gorda. It covers 15 square miles and rises 28 feet above sea level.

Jost Van Dyke is a four-square mile island to the north of Tortola's West End.

Capital: Road Town

Official Language: English

Official Currency: U.S. Dollar

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