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Which islands make up the country of Antigua and Barbuda?
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The country of Antigua and Barbuda is an independent state located in the Lesser Antilles chain of the eastern Caribbean Sea. It consists of three primary islands:1
- Antigua: The largest island and the site of the capital, St. John’s.
- Barbuda: Located north of Antigua, this island is a flat, coral-based landmass.
- Redonda: A small, uninhabited rock that serves as a dependency of the country.231