Tortola is the largest and most populated of the British Virgin Islands. Tortola is 12 miles long and 3 miles wide. Tortola is a mountainous island which was formed by volcanic activity and its highest peak is Mount Sage at 1750 feet. The population of Tortola is about 14,000. The principal settlement is Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands. Tourism is the main source of income to the island. White-sand beaches, such as Cane Garden Bay, are popular attractions.
Tortola is the largest and most populated of the British Virgin Islands. Tortola is 12 miles long and 3 miles wide. Tortola is a mountainous island which was formed by volcanic activity and its highest peak is Mount Sage at 1750 feet. The population of Tortola is about 14,000. The principal settlement is Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands. Tourism is the main source of income to the island. White sand beaches, such as Cane Garden Bay, are popular attractions.