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US Virgin Islands
~19,000
St. Thomas Island
AST (UTC-4)
Charlotte Amalie is the capital and largest city of the U.S. Virgin Islands, located on St. Thomas Island. It serves as both the political and port capital of the territory.
Originally founded in 1666 as Taphus (Danish for "beer house") due to its many beer halls, the town was renamed in 1691 to honor Charlotte Amalie of Hesse-Kassel, queen consort of Denmark.
The city is one of the Caribbean's premier cruise destinations, known for its duty-free shopping, colonial Danish architecture, and stunning natural harbor.
Historic 17th-century Danish fortress, the oldest standing structure in the Virgin Islands.
Famous duty-free shopping district with jewelry, perfumes, and Caribbean goods.
Historic church dating to 1826, the second oldest Lutheran church in the Western Hemisphere.
Famous staircase built in the 1700s offering stunning harbor views at the top.
One of the world's most beautiful beaches, just minutes from downtown.
Aerial tramway offering panoramic views 700 feet above the harbor.
Tourism drives the economy, with cruise ships bringing hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. The duty-free port status makes shopping a major attraction.
Local industries include rum production, bay rum, and handicrafts. The city's economy also benefits from jewelry manufacturing and watch assembly.
The population is predominantly Afro-Caribbean, with a blend of cultures from centuries of Danish, American, and Caribbean influences.
The Danish West India Company established the settlement in 1666. Under Danish rule, Charlotte Amalie became one of the busiest trading ports in the Caribbean.
The United States purchased the Virgin Islands from Denmark in 1917 for $25 million, making Charlotte Amalie an American city.
Today, the city preserves its Danish colonial heritage while serving as a popular American Caribbean destination, attracting millions of visitors annually.
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