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Saint Thomas

Island in the Caribbean Sea
St. Thomas is the gateway isle of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. It's known for its beaches and snorkeling spots. Territorial capital Charlotte Amalie, founded by the Danish in the 1600s, is a busy cruise-ship port. Historic buildings...
Area: 32 sq mi (83 km2)
Coordinates: 18°20′N 64°55′W / 18.333°N 64.917°W
Highest elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m)
Highest point: Crown Mountain
Location: Caribbean Sea
Pop. density: 509.2/km2 (1318.8/sq mi)
Population: 42,261 (2020 census)