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Charlotte Amalie (/ ˈ ʃ ɑːr l ə t ə ˈ m ɑː l i (ə)/ SHAR-lət ə-MAH-lee(-ə)), [2] located on St. Thomas, is the capital and the largest city of the United States Virgin Islands. It was founded in 1666 as Taphus (meaning 'tap house' or 'beer hall' in Danish). [3]
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Mar 24, 2024 · Best Things to Do in Charlotte Amalie. Historic Walking Tour. Wander around Charlotte Amalie’s historic district featuring pirate watchtowers, military forts, and scenic churches. Climb the 99 Steps – built from ship ballast stones in the 1600s – to Blackbeard’s Castle.
Jul 2, 2023 · Located on the beautiful island of St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie stands as the vibrant capital city of the United States Virgin Islands. Steeped in rich history and adorned with stunning natural beauty, this renowned Caribbean destination is a true gem waiting to be explored.
Plan Your Trip to Charlotte Amalie: Best of Charlotte Amalie Tourism. The largest city in the U.S. Virgin Islands is a popular shopping center, home to 20,000 people, upscale shops, ecotours and underwater safaris. This former haunt of pirate ships now hosts millions of cruise passengers every year.
Charlotte Amalie, city, capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands and of St. Thomas Island, situated at the head of St. Thomas Harbor on the island’s southern shore.
Charlotte Amalie beckons you to stroll along her cobblestone alleyways, climb her streets of steps, admire antique West Indian furnishings in historic homes, and explore 17th-century Danish fortifications.
