Why visit
Castries is the capital of St. Lucia. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
St. Lucia at a glance
Country center
13.9°, -61.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
616 km²
238 mi²
Country population
180k
292/km²
Subregion
Caribbean
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
XCD
Dial
+1758
Language
English
Demonym
Saint Lucian
Internet
.lc
UN
Member state
ISO code
LC / LCA
Where in the world
13.9° · -61.0°
St. Lucia
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Did you know
- Saint Lucia has two Nobel laureates: W. Arthur Lewis (Economics, 1979) and Derek Walcott (Literature, 1992), more per capita than any other country.
- The Pitons, two dramatic volcanic spires on the west coast, are the island's signature landmark and a UNESCO site.
- Saint Lucia changed hands between the British and French 14 times before becoming permanently British in 1814.
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Castries
What currency is used in Castries?
Castries uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar ($), ISO code XCD.
What languages are spoken in St. Lucia?
The primary language is English.
What is the international calling code for St. Lucia?
The calling code is +1758.
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