Christ Church, Barbados
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Statistics | |
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Parish: | Christ Church |
Area: | 57km² (22 sq. mi.) |
Largest City: | Hastings |
Population (1990 est.): | 46,943 |
Population Density: | 823.56 inhab/km² |
Parliamentary representation | |
- House seats | 5 |
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Parishes of Barbados |
Christ Church is a parish of Barbados at the southern end of the island. The main town in Christ Church is Oistins, a major fishing centre.
Another notable area is St. Lawrence Gap, often abbreviated to "The Gap", which is the most lively tourist area on the island. Many of the bars and clubs are well populated by locals and tourists alike.
[edit] Parishes bordering Christ Church
- Saint George - North
- Saint Michael - West
- Saint Philip - East
Parishes of Barbados | |
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Christ Church | Saint Andrew | Saint George | Saint James | Saint John | Saint Joseph | Saint Lucy | Saint Michael | Saint Peter | Saint Philip | Saint Thomas |