Grenada is a small island country located at 11° 58’ North latitude and 61° 20’ West longitude, the southern end of the Caribbean island chain between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Grenada consists of three islands with a total area of 345 square km (133 sq miles). Grenada is volcanic in origin, characterized by mountainous terrain with extensive corals and mangroves ringing the islands. Approximately 3% of the land area in the country is at sea level. The main towns and key socio-economic facilities are located on the coast. The highest point in the country is Mount Saint Catharine at 840 m. In 2009, Grenada has a population of 90,739 inhabitants. The large majority of the population is of African descent (more than 80%). The population growth rate is rough 1.5%. The Grenadian economy is mainly based on agriculture and tourism. Grenada's GDP was US$1.211 billion in 2008 and per capita GDP was US$13,400. The economy is strong with a growth rate of 3.7%. Important natural resources include timber, tropical fruit and deep-water harbors. Tourism is the main source of foreign exchange.