On 19th July 1962, the Parliament of the United Kingdom passed the Jamaica Independence Act, granting independence as of 6th August 1962.

The emblems and symbols of Jamaica’s Independence are a reminder of Jamaica's national goals, values, and history.

Our rich Jamaican heritage is depicted by our motto "Out of Many One People."

The music of Jamaica includes Jamaican folk and popular genres, such as mento, ska, rocksteady, reggae, reggae, dub music, and dancehall.

Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is arguably the fastest man in the world.

Ocho Rios is known for its breathtaking beaches, beautiful views, and a wide selection of shopping options.

Nature lovers will find many things to do in Jamaica. You can hike and bird-watch in the jungle, or dive and snorkel along the reefs.

Jamaica will charm you with its cinematic sunsets; postcard-precision beaches; turquoise seas; lush, green mountains; colorful coral reefs..

The Jamaican Cuisine consists of a wide mixture of influences reflecting our rich cultural heritage.

Jimmy Cliff became an accomplished musician, actor, singer, songwriter, producer, and humanitarian and has received many accolades.

Online travel website Tripadvisor.com named Jamaica to the 14th position in its ranking of the Top 25 destinations in the world for 2020.

There are plenty of reasons to visit Jamaica, and shopping is certainly one of them.

The name Jamaica is a derivative of the name given by the Arawaks, Xaymaca, which meant “land of wood and water.”

Jamaica’s resort town of Port Antonio is described as a panorama of nature’s finest work, regarded as the cradle of the tourism industry.

Easter is an important part of Jamaican life with strong ties to the island’s unique history and culture.

Coffee was first introduced in the 15th century, and is one of the most popular beverages, with millions of coffee drinkers worldwide.

Ackee and saltfish is identical with Jamaica, as entangled with the national identity as reggae or cricket.

Reggae is characterised by the fusion of European and African traits, with origins in enslaved work songs.

Jamaican music is known globally but many people don't know how much this tiny island has contributed to the industry, and not just reggae.

Jamaica gained independence in 1962 and about that time reggae music emerged.