History of Aruba

Geography of Aruba

Climate of Aruba

Natural Resources in Aruba

Important Cities of Aruba

Babijn

Oranjestad

Angochi

Arasji

Tourist Attraction in Aruba

Eagle Beach

Alto Vista Chapel

SS Antilla

California Lighthouse

Archaeological Museum of Aruba

Fort Zoutman

Hooiberg

Palm Island

Druif Beach

Trinidad Stadium

Famous Hotels in Aruba

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino

Ritz Carlton Aruba

Radisson Aruba Resort and Casino

Riu Palace Aruba All Inclusive

Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino

Aruba Cuisine

Appetizers: BalchiPisca, Bitterballen, Pastechi,Sanger Yena.

BalchiPisca, Bitterballen, Pastechi,Sanger Yena. Soups: SopiMondongo, Cool Island Soup,Stropi di Tamarijn.

SopiMondongo, Cool Island Soup,Stropi di Tamarijn. Main Course: Carnival Calamari, Curry Goat/Chicken, Keri Keri,KeshiYena.

Carnival Calamari, Curry Goat/Chicken, Keri Keri,KeshiYena. Desserts: Pan Dushi, Kesio, Pudin di Coco.

Queen Beatrix International Airport

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First inhabitation in Aruba, by CaquetíosAmerinds – a group from the Arawak Tribe who fled the Carib attack from Venezuela, ages back to 1000 AD. The expeditions of Amerigo Vespucci and Alonso de Ojeda in 1499 enlightened the Europeans about the existence of Aruba who described it to be the "Island of Giants" surprised by the gigantic stature of the tribes there. The cotton and brazilwood stocks of the island encouraged the Europeans to colonise the island.Soon Aruba was a colony of Spain and the Spaniards had their authority over the isles for over a century.In 1629 the bridle of reign was on the hands of the Dutch and Aruba was under the control of Netherlands for over 130 years. They had their interests in the livestock of the island.Aruba played an important role in the 2nd World War providing petroleum resources to the Allies. With Germany having occupied Netherlands, Aruba was under Britain (1940-1942) and under the Americans (1942-1945).Aruba first enunciated its 1st constitution as an autonomous state within the Dutch territory in August 1947. Aruba then gradually set foot towards total independence under the leadership of Croes. Croes motivated the Arubans to struggle and fight for independence and in March 1977 the Arubans had a majority of 80% who voted for Independence with the aid of US. Gradually protests were led for the independence of Aruba after a conference in The Hague in the year of 1981. Aruba again pronounced a new constitution in August 1985. Later in 1996 complete independence was achieved by the Arubans.Aruba is the biggest island of the Kingdom of Netherlandspositioned 25 km away in the northern coast of Venezuela and 68 km away northwest of Curaçao. It is in the South American geographical zone. The terrain comprises primarily flat plains and less hill-tops. There are no inland rivers. White sand beaches are its prime distinctive feature and there is less scope for vegetation. The total area of the island is 139sq. kms comprising a coastline of 68.5 km.The highest point of Aruba is Mount Jamanota (188m) andThe lowest point is Caribbean Sea. (0m, at sea level)Aruba experiences a tropical type climate and being situated in the Hurricane belt is acquainted with hurricanes. The temperature remains constant throughout the year and ranges within 30o Celsius. The average rainfall is 38 mm and the most rain is experienced in the month of November and December when rainfall accounts to over 95mm.The natural resources of Aruba are sea food and sand. They have premium conch shells, shrimps and tuna.The important tourist attractions are:Some of the important airports of Aruba are: