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Charlotte Amalie
Visited in December 2010
At a glance
- Country
- US Virgin Islands
- Region
- Charlotte Amalie
- Population
- 14,477
- Type
- Capital and largest city of the United States Virgin Islands
- Coordinates
- 18.33°N, 64.92°W
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Overview
Charlotte Amalie ( SHAR-lət ə-MAH-lee(-ə); Danish: [ʃɑˈlʌtʰə ɑˈmɑːljə]), on Saint Thomas, is the capital and largest town of the U.S. Virgin Islands. It is on the island's southern shore at the head of Charlotte Amalie Harbor. The town is known for its historic sites, Danish colonial architecture, harbor, and shopping.
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