Capital: The Valley
Anguilla is a British occupied region in the Caribbean. It is a standout amongst the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles, lying east of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands and specifically north to the Saint Martin. The domain comprises of the fundamental island of Anguilla itself, roughly 16 miles (i.e. 26 km) long by 3 miles (i.e. 5 km) wide at its largest focus, together with various much more diminutive islands and cays with no perpetual populace. The island's capital is The Valley. The aggregate area region of the domain is 35 square miles (i.e. 90 km2), with a populace of pretty near 13,500 people (as per the 2006 appraisal). The Valley is the capital of Anguilla, one of its fourteen Districts, and the fundamental "town" on the Valley island. Starting 2011, it has a populace of a total of 1067 people living in the city.
Location:
Anguilla is a level, low lying island of limestone and coral in the Caribbean Sea, east of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. It is straightforwardly north of Saint Martin, differentiated from that island by the Anguilla Channel. The soil of the country is by and large thin and poor, supporting clean tropical and woodland vegetation. The valley is a piece of this island nation and the town is found amidst the island, before Crocus Bay and adjacent to the Crocus Hill. The island's most astounding focus is this. Closest towns are The Quarter, North Side, George Hill and North Hill.
Political Influence:
Though previously the country’s administration was run from The Valley itself, it has now been shifted to St. Kitts for better convenience with running the government. Hence since the year 1825 the administration has been shifted to St. Kitts.
Famous for:
Though not for a lot of things, yet The Valley has come to be known for quite few things that are inviting in tourists from different corners of the world. One of these famous trademarks is the colonial architecture. The British have left an unceasing and unforgettable mark on the architecture of Anguilla and in turn The Valley. It has been specked by Victorian architecture showing in churches, administrational houses, etc. Another thing that The Valley is exceptionally famous for is its sites. The third and the most important thing that is pulling in tourists to this foreign land is its calm environment.
Art & Culture:
Art and culture has always been a vital aspect of the Anguilla culture but has not that proficiently brought to the fore front. Apart from the native talents the British art and architecture have become ardent parts of art in the nation.
Travel & Tourism:
Travel and tourism are scarce in the nation, though the place is on the way of building a strong base in this sector as well. Transportation is getting stronger and so is tourism.
Famous Travel Places:
Famous places to visit in The Valley include- Wallblake House, Old Court House, Corcus Hill, St. Gerards Catholic Church, etc.