Which North American country is an island nation consisting of two main islands: Trinidad and Tobago?

The North American island nation consisting primarily of the two main islands Trinidad and Tobago is Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad is the larger and more populous island, while Tobago lies northeast of it across the Columbus Channel.

The country also includes several smaller islands, so “two main islands” is more precise than saying it is made up of only two islands. Trinidad contains the capital, Port of Spain, and most of the country's population and industry. Tobago is known for coral reefs, beaches, and the protected ecosystems of the Main Ridge Forest Reserve.

Trinidad and Tobago became independent from the United Kingdom in 1962 and became a republic in 1976. It is often confused with other Caribbean island countries such as Barbados, Jamaica, or the Bahamas, but those nations have different island arrangements and histories. Trinidad and Tobago is also famous for calypso, soca, steelpan music, and Carnival.