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Trinidad and Tobago – Trinidad and Tobago's capital is Port of Spain

(Pronounced trin-i-dad and tuh-bay-goh and pawrt ov speyn)

To remember the capital of Trinidad and Tobago, use the following mnemonic:

He trimmed the dad's hair while he ate a chicken drumstick with tobasco (Trinidad and Tobago) sauce all over it and drank port from Spain (Port of Spain).

He trimmed the dad's hair while he ate a chicken drumstick with tobasco (Trinidad and Tobago) sauce all over it and drank port from Spain (Port of Spain).

Interesting facts about Port of Spain:

- Queen’s Park Savannah: Port of Spain features the Queen’s Park Savannah, a massive, historic circular park that serves as the green heart of the city and the main stage for the world-famous Trinidad Carnival.

- Magnificent Seven: The capital is home to the “Magnificent Seven,” a striking collection of early-twentieth-century colonial mansions along the Savannah showcasing an eclectic mix of French Baroque, Gothic, and Scottish architectural styles.

- Waterfront Gateway: The city’s skyline is anchored by the International Waterfront Centre and a bustling port that looks out over the Gulf of Paria, serving as a major economic and cultural crossroads in the southern Caribbean.

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