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Aruba is a country located in the Lesser Antilles in the southern part of the Caribbean. It is not exactly known where the name Aruba came from. One guess is it came from the Indian word "oruba" which means "well placed ".
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe island may have been called Aruba because of its favorable location. It has been suggested that the name comes from an Arawak phrase for 'well placed'. Or the island may owe its name to its gold. It has been suggested that the name comes from 'oro hubo', which is Spanish for 'There was gold'. But the Spanish origins may be questioned because of Spanish speakers having no knowledge of the possibilities for gold mining on the island. So there may be a third, still unknown origin for the island's name.
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∙ 13y agoThere are at least three stories that are told to explain the origins of the name 'Aruba'. According to one, the Spanish explorer Alonso de Ojeda [c. 1466 - 1515] gave the name of Oro Hubo ['gold there'] to the island of Aruba in 1499. According to another, Aruba comes from the Arawak Indian word Oibubai ['guide']. According to still another story, the original name was Ora Oubao ['shell island'] and is attributed to Carib Indians.
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∙ 11y agoBecause the people were happy.
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What are Aruba's volcanoes?
Yes, Aruba was formed from a volcanic eruption. Specifically, it was formed from volcanic activity about 90 to 95 million years ago. Hooiberg ['Haystack'] is a volcanic formation that's located almost in the center of Aruba. It's 541 feet [168 meters] high. It can be seen from anywhere on the island. Aruba is situated on the Caribbean Tectonic Plate.
Does Aruba admit holders of passports with less than six months before the expiration date?
According to Aruba Forums at Visit Aruba website, travelers are admitted into Aruba with a minimum of 3 months left before the expiration date on their passport.Specifically, the entry requirements provided on Aruba Tourism Authority's website state that a tourist to Aruba must have "the necessary documents for returning to the country of origin or to a country that he has the right to enter." According to a former U.S. Immigration Inspector stationed in Aruba on Aruba Forums at Visit Aruba, the United States requires a minimum of 6 months left before the passport's expiration date for re-entry. Also, airlines reserve the right to deny travel for inadequate documentation, and as countries have differing minimum passport expiration times, the airlines have an across-the-board rule that passports must be valid for 6 months.
Where are Aruba's 7-Eleven stores?
Aruba does not have any 7-Eleven stores.Specifically, the closest 7-11s to Aruba are in Florida! Aruba has some mini-markets. There are also supermarkets in Oranjestad, Aruba's capital.
What are Aruba's water bodies?
There are no natural water bodies on Aruba. Aruba is basically a flat, riverless island. Aruba is surrounded by the southern Caribbean Sea. Aruba is famous worldwide for its desalinated water, which is called 'the Champagne of the Caribbean'.
What is the value of your Aruba dime?
aruba 2009 dime
What are Aruba's oceans?
Aruba is within the Caribbean Sea.
Who is the Governor for Aruba?
Fredis Refunjol is the Governor for Aruba.
Do they manufacture alcohol in Aruba?
Aloe Products from Aruba
What is Aruba's shape?
Aruba has a rectangular shape.Specifically, Aruba gives an impression of a parallelogram. Two of its opposite sides almost have parallel slants. Aruba is longer than it is wide.
Is Aruba affected by Japan?
No, Aruba is not politically affected by Japan.Specifically, Japan is in the Eastern Hemisphere. Aruba is in the Western Hemisphere. Japan is an independent country in Asia. Aruba is a Caribbean dependency of the Netherlands. The political ties are strongest between Aruba and the Netherlands and non-existent between Aruba and Japan.
Is there a Harley Davidson store in Aruba?
Harley Davidson - ARUBA: LG Smith Blvd 106, Oranjestad Aruba
How many miles of railway can you find on Aruba?
There are no railways in Aruba.
