Long Island

No need to guess why this island was given its name. It is not olny long, but it is also narrow; no more than 4 miles at its widest point.

The third island discovered by Christopher Columbus, Long Island is hilly with limestone caves deserted beneath the sea. Agriculture is still very much a part of the life here. Many Long Islanders engage in pot-hole farming, which involves planting in fertile holes in the limestone where good top soil collects. From these an abundance of peas, corn, pineapples and bananas are grown. Raising sheep, goats and pigs also provides a living for the inhabitants. Long Island is famous for its vegetables and cattles and supplies most of the islands with its farm goods.