An island country in the Caribbean Sea, known for its beaches, reggae music, and vibrant culture. Its capital city is Kingston.
From the Indigenous Taíno word often reconstructed as “Xaymaca” or “Yamaya,” meaning “land of wood and water” or “land of springs.” Spanish colonizers adapted the local name to “Jamaica,” which later passed into English. The original meaning reflects the island’s rich natural environment.
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