Situated in Caribbean, Anguilla 🇦🇮 (officially Anguilla) is one of the most interesting places you can land on when you spin the globe. With a population of about 15,900 and a total area of 91 km², it offers far more than its statistics suggest.
Whether you discovered Anguilla through our random country spinner or searched for it directly, this guide covers everything you need to know: the flag, the capital city of The Valley, population figures, languages, currency, geography and a collection of memorable facts.
Where is Anguilla located?
Geographically, Anguilla belongs to Caribbean within Americas. Its territory spans approximately 91 km², which makes it the 230th largest country or territory on Earth.
Anguilla has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
The capital city is The Valley, the political and cultural heart of the country and usually the first stop for visitors who want to understand how anguillian life really works.
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Who lives in Anguilla?
Around 15,900 people live in Anguilla, making it the 227th most populous country or territory in the world. A person from Anguilla is called a Anguillian.
The main language spoken here is English. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Beyond the numbers, everyday culture in Anguilla — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Good to know before you go
The official currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD, symbol $). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Anguilla is +1264. Websites from the country typically use the .ai internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about Anguilla are its flag, its capital The Valley, and its approximate population of 15,900.
Fun facts about Anguilla
- Anguilla's flag emoji is 🇦🇮 — its two-letter country code is AI and its three-letter code is AIA.
- Anguilla covers 91 km², ranking 230th in the world by area.
- With about 15,900 people, Anguilla holds the 227th spot in the world population ranking.
- Anguilla is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- Anguilla is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Anguilla — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Anguilla?
- The capital of Anguilla is The Valley.
- What is the population of Anguilla?
- Anguilla has a population of approximately 15,900 people, ranking 227th in the world.
- Where is Anguilla located?
- Anguilla is located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in Anguilla?
- The main language spoken in Anguilla is English.
- What currency is used in Anguilla?
- Anguilla uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD).
