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Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Barbados (Barbados) is located in the Caribbean Sea, the easternmost tip of the Lesser Antilles, is a beautiful island country, the capital Bridgetown (Bridgetown) is its political, economic and cultural center. Known as the "Island of Sunshine", the country is blessed with white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and a tropical climate, with tourism as its mainstay. Barbados is steeped in history, having been a British colony since the 17th century and a member of the Commonwealth since independence in 1966. The local culture is a blend of African, European and Caribbean traditions and is famous for its calypso music, flying fish cuisine (the national dish) and rum. The Historic District of Bridgetown, a World Heritage Site, is an excellent starting point for exploring the history and culture of Barbados, with its mix of colonial architecture and modern urbanism.