Jamaica+Geography

Geography: Jamaica is made up of coastal lowlands, a limestone plateau and the Blue Mountains, a group of volcanic hills.

History: Originally inhabited by Arawak indians until it was descovered by columbus in 1494 and it was under spanish rule until 1965. It then became under British control.

Current Event: In September 2004 hurricane Ivan hit the island destroying thousands of homes. Jamaica is now using tourism as a subject of economic growth.