wilsons jamaica ppt reportfinal
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Introduction
• Jamaica• Known for its beautiful beaches and is a major
tourist attraction.• The country is known for its raggae music and
laid-back atmosphere.• Jamaica is a melting pot of nationalities and
religions, but is mainly British and Christian.
Contents
• Politics and Military
• Economy and Agriculture
• Beaches and tourist attractions
JamaicaHistory
The Arawak Indians initially occupied the island before
Christopher Columbus took it over in 1494. The Spanish
people settled in 1655 then the British took over and made it
a slave area. Since then Jamaica has found its independence.
JamaicaEconomy and Agriculture
Jamaica has a free-market economy.
The agriculture consists of mining, fishing, farming, cocoa, coffee, coconut and pimentos. It
is influenced by Britain.
Agriculture
Agriculture is important to Jamaica's economy and provides a quarter of the
country's employment. Jamaica is also a major producer of marijuana, known
locally as ganja , which contributes a great deal of money to the economy .
Sugar Cane
Sugar is the major export of Jamaica in all the world.
JamaicaTourist attraction
Jamaica is a huge tourist attraction for vacationers.
Jamaican FlagThe Jamaican Flag is red, gold and green.
Jamaica’s Weather
The average year-round
temperature in Jamaica is
82 ° F. It is hotter during the
day. There is a lot of rainfall
averaging 78 inches per
year. High winds are
common.
Jamaican Military
• The Jamaica Defense Force (JDF) is the combined military forces of
Jamaica, consisting of an Army, Air Wing and Coast Guard. The JDF is
based upon the British military model with organization, training, weapons
and traditions closely aligned with Commonwealth Realm countries.
Jamaican Defense
Jamaican forces are sent to
British or Canadian bases
for training. JDF Training
Depot Newcastle is a main
base. Special training is
offered in Canada, the
United States, and the
United Kingdom for the
soldiers.
Jamaica Beaches
Jamaica is the third largest island in the Caribbean.It is one of the most colorful.The island is known for it’s beautiful sandy beaches and tropical look and feel.Jamaica is a big tourist attraction especially for it’s amazing beaches and bright blue water. Negril and Montego Bay are Jamaica's two main coastal attractions with awesome beaches, night clubs, fine dining and golfing. Negril has a 7 mile beach. Montego Bay is known as a party town and also has many great retail stores to go to.
Bob Marley
Bob Marley is the founding father of reggae and is heard everywhere in the country. The
great beat and words of suppression, freedom and slavery are in the music’s lyrics.
His best song is “No Woman, No Cry.” Bob Marley was born February 6, 1945 and died of
cancer that spread throughout his body in May 11, 1981.
Rastafarian is the most dominant religion on the island. Rastafarians worship their God,
Jah. They believe in reincarnation and that men should not cut or comb their hair or beards.
They focus on their inner spirit. The Lion of Judah is a prominent Rasta symbol.
Religion Graph
JamaicaDiet
Real Jamaican food is found in the street markets. Fish is a major part of the Jamaican diet.
Fruit, like mangoes and bananas, cocoa, coffee, coconut and pimentos are major food
products of Jamaica.
Exports
• Rum is a major export from Jamaica
• Blue Mountain coffee
Conclusion
• Jamaica has made it’s mark on the world
economy by it’s uniqueness in its exports and
nationality. It’s religion and past bring many
people to explore the culture.
References
• http://www.jamaicaemb.jp/trade/index.html• http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/2032.htm• jamaicancaves.org• jamaica weather ca.jpg‑ ‑• http
://www.jamaicans.com/info/inforesouces/jamaica-military.shtml