by john
(eh)
QUESTION:
I am doing a school research project and i need some natural resources.
by KiKi
(Jamaica)
Question
What are Jamaica's major industries?
Answer
Hi KiKi,
Our major industries would probably be tourism and bauxite. Of course there is the also agriculture, which captures the ailing sugar industry, coffee, banana,citrus,ginger etc, and manufacturing, but without a doubt, tourism is the major player at this time.
Take a look at this page for a little more, https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/economy_of_jamaica.html
All the best in your studies Kiki.
by SM
(USA)
Question:
How many rivers are there in Jamaica?
Answer: Oct-28-2008 by W. Gayle
Hi SM,
The exact number is not known but we have well over 100 I learnt, although many are unexplored and not navigable.
The height of the mountains causes them to run swiftly in deep beds, and their courses are sometimes broken by waterfalls.
The Black River is the largest (widest) river in Jamaica. It is 73 kilometers long, and for 28 kilometers from its mouth it is navigable for small vessels.
Today, there is an increased interest in rafting and other watersport activities with our rivers, and therefore, some of the once unexplored rivers are now used for these purposes.
For the most part though, the rivers in Jamaica are still used for irrigation and domestic purposes particularly by the rural folks.
The Rio Minho, by the way, is the longest river in Jamaica. It rises close to the mainland's geographic centre, flowing generally south-southwest, reaching the Caribbean Sea at Carlisle Bay in the central south coast, to the west of the island's southern nmost point, Portland Point.
The town of May Pen, Clarendon lies on the banks of the it.
The complete article here >>
by Ankur
(Canada)
My Geography Project
QUESTION:
Hi I am a student in Canada.
I found your website very helpful in completing my geography project. However I have one request. Will you be able post up info about the climate, agriculture, rivers, and landforms of Jamaica?
I would be really thankful if you could do that for me. Thanks
by Beth
(United Kingdom)
QUESTION:
I am searching for someone to help me find out about a community in Jamaica called Stanton Harcourt.
I teach in a small village in the UK also called Stanton Harcourt and feel sure that there must be some historic connection between the 2 communities. Any ideas?
ANSWER: June-08-2009 by Wellesley Gayle
Hi Beth,
Yes there is indeed a a place in Jamaica called Stanton Harcourt.
It is located in the parish of Portland. It is nearer to the capital area, Port Antonio.
According to Google Maps, it's geographical coordinates are 18° 8' 0" North and 76° 27' 0" West.
Here are some links showing references to Stanton Harcourt- in Map and article.
Hope that helps.
Stay in touch Beth.
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by Shawniqua
(Jamaica, NY, United States)
Question:
What is the population port royal as it satnds today and its size?
by Lisa
(Kingston)
Question:
Why am I not seeing pictures of historical bridges & there names?
Answer: 9/28/2008 by Wellesley Gayle
Hi Lisa,
Sorry I don't have pictures of, nor mention much, of bridges in Jamaica on this site.
I would love to my friend, but there is oh so much about Jamaica that I doubt I will ever be able to capture a fraction my friend.
Now that you ask the question though, I did some quick research and found some info for you!
I found two Bridges!
In fact the only two Bridges that are designated heritage/historical sites.
They are:
by Sarah Ludlow
QUESTION:
What are some push factors in Jamaica?
Push factors are factors, such as unemployment, lack of freedom of speech, political or religious persecutions that make a person want to leave his/her country and move to a new one. (in this case Canada)
That's the information my teacher gave us and i cant find anything. please help me out for this project I'm doing. thanks P.S need info ASAP :)
by Emerald
(wilmington,de dover)
QUESTION:
What is there in Jamaica and what do you do there? What animals are there in Jamaica? Where do you come from?
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