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Visitor guide
History
Statia was once one of the busiest trading ports in the Caribbean, nicknamed the Golden Rock. In 1776 it gave the first salute by a foreign power to the flag of the new United States.
Culture
Statia Day on November 16 marks that First Salute. The island is quiet, friendly and proud of its history.
Languages & Creoles
English is the everyday language, and Dutch is official.
Currency
The US dollar (USD).
Popular Attractions
The dormant volcano The Quill has a rainforest in its crater. Diving among historic shipwrecks and walking the ruins of Fort Oranje are highlights.
Food
Fresh fish, goat and Caribbean home cooking are typical. Small local restaurants and bakeries serve island dishes.
Places to Visit
Oranjestad, Fort Oranje, The Quill National Park and the Statia Marine Park.
More of the Caribbean
English-speaking Caribbean
Spanish-speaking Caribbean
French-speaking Caribbean
Dutch-speaking Caribbean
Additional Caribbean Coastal Areas
Colombia—Caribbean coast; San Andrés and Providencia
Venezuela—Caribbean coast and islands
Panama—Caribbean coast; Bocas del Toro
Costa Rica—Caribbean coast; Limón
Nicaragua—Caribbean coast; Corn Islands
Honduras—Caribbean coast; Bay Islands
Guatemala—Caribbean coast; Livingston
Mexico—Caribbean coast; Cozumel and Isla Mujeres