What to do and see in Caribbean, Caribbean: The Best Historic Sites

December 7, 2021 Roger Rusk

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1. An Mao The Legacy of Ancestors

Morne Gommier, Le Marin 97290 Martinique +596 696 86 85 15 [email protected] http://www.anmao.biz
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5.0 based on 137 reviews

An Mao The Legacy of Ancestors

An mao the inheritance of the ancestors is a park situated right in the heart of the space in which lived runaways slaves then the former after the abolition of slavery. Through its gardens, and its attractions, it highlights their ancestral knowledges. Reveal the leading role that played certain trees, plants, legends and faiths in the sociocultural development of martinique. We only welcome by appointment !

2. The Antilla

Palm Eagle Beach, Palm - Eagle Beach Aruba http://www.adventuresportsaruba.com
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4.5 based on 792 reviews

The Antilla

The Antilla, which was a German freighter sunk during World War II, is Aruba's most popular dive site.

Reviewed By ArubaSandman

Great history and great dive masters with Aruba Watersports. Alan and Mike were a great team and lead the dive extremely well.

3. Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park

Main Road St. Kitts +1 869-465-2609 [email protected] http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/910
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Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park

The 'Gibraltar of the West Indies', this massive fortress on a limestone hilltop rises nearly 800 feet above sea level.

Reviewed By luv2travelmucho - Wallingford, United States

A must see!!! If you step foot on the island of St Kitts please do yourself a favor and make every attempt to make sure you visit this wonderful site. I rented a vehicle and I had a mini panic attack driving up and down the fortress driveways. Please take a cab. They do this trip every single day and are used to the hairpin turns and narrow alley ways that can freak you out very quickly if you are the driver so just sit back relax and look out the window. The admission fee is $10 per person cash only. We went on an early Sunday morning and had the entire place to ourselves which was awesome. There is a quick 10 minute introductory historical video to watch adjacent to the gift shop. The steep steps up to the left bring you to the most strikingly beautiful views of Saint kits and the islands of Saba and St Eustacius. There are probably 40 cannons to look at take pictures of and admire the beautiful scenery. The historic bell is also located on the top of the tiled roof. If you go below to the main open gallery Archway there is a different room to learn about every piece of history along your journey through end it is fascinating information. Once you take the steep steps back down there is beautiful views overlooking a vast field with gorgeous mountainous views as well as the adjacent ocean with ruin type stone arches. I highly recommend going early in the morning before it gets too hot and the crowds begin to develop. Bring plenty of water and wear proper foot gear. They were also absolutely gorgeous hibiscus flowers everywhere to admire.

4. Old San Juan

San Juan Puerto Rico http://www.seepuertorico.com/en/experiences/culture/old-san-juan/
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4.5 based on 16,304 reviews

Old San Juan

Consisting of 400 restored buildings from the 16th- and 17th-century Spanish colonial period, this area in San Juan is steeped in history with an old-world and romantic European charm.

Reviewed By MaryannL521 - Fair Oaks, United States

Old San Juan is beyond charming. There is so much history here, great architecture, landmarks, cobblestone streets, wonderful food, great museums, El Morro and San Cristobol, beautiful parks and plazas and lovely residential streets. We walked everywhere but also rode the free trolley. There are three trolley lines that will take you almost anywhere in the old city. A good place to begin is to stop at one of the many Tourist Information Centers. We found the one directly across from Pier One to be the most helpful. Here we got a list of museums and their hours as well as a self guided walking tour and directions to take the ferry to Casa Bacardi. Don't miss the San Juan Gate, Fortaleza Street, the cathedral, the San Juan Historic Cemetery and the Paseo de la Princesa. Enjoy!

5. Devon House

26 Hope Road, Kingston 10, Kingston Jamaica +1 876-926-0815 [email protected] http://www.devonhouseja.com
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Devon House

The 19th century home of George Stiebel, the first black millionaire in the Caribbean, Devon House presents a unique and extraordinary opportunity for multiple experiences in a center of excellence in the city of Kingston, Jamaica. It combines heritage, park facilities, restaurants and shopping for the best of what is authentically Jamaican. Here, the arts, education and entertainment co-exist to give Jamaicans and Tourists alike a space that appeals to all senses.

Reviewed By traveller19622015 - Toronto, Canada

This ia a must have every time I go to Jamaica. I enjoy the mango, coconut and rum and raisin ice cream.

6. Shirley Heights

English Harbour Antigua +1 268-460-1785 http://www.shirleyheightslookout.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=52&Itemid=75
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Shirley Heights

Hills overlooking the Dockyard on the east, named after the governor who built the fortifications.

Reviewed By malefamily - Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Great views of Nelsons dockyard you are able to see from above great view of why it was chosen strategically Refreshments available / toilets

7. Romney Manor

Old Road Town, Basseterre St. Kitts +1 869-465-6253 [email protected] http://www.caribellebatikstkitts.com
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Romney Manor

This old plantation estate houses the Caribelle Batik works. You can watch colorful, tie-dye clothes being made.

Reviewed By luv2travelmucho - Wallingford, United States

I am so happy that we went to visit RomneyManor and the Carrabelle batik factory and store. It was truly a beautiful walk through the rain forest up to the grounds that are perfectly manicured and such magnificent flowers and trees to admire. There are endless photo opportunities here to enjoy. There is a fountain and an overlook to the rainforest and a bell tower to climb and a 400-year-old Saman with flowers everywhere. In addition to the gorgeous landscaping there are recently handcrafted batik pieces free flowing in the wind to dry and admire. I was so taken aback and fell instantly in love with one piece in particular that I went in to buy it right off of the clothesline. I asked to meet the artist and take her photo holding my new treasure. We also met the owner/groundskeeper who took us on a mini private tour of some of the specific plants, trees and flowers that were growing nearby with a very informative exclamation for each. I highly recommend visiting this gem while on Saint Kitts

8. Alcazar de Colon

Calle La Atarazana 2 Plaza de Espana, Santo Domingo 10212 Dominican Republic
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Alcazar de Colon

Built by Christopher Columbus's son between 1510 and 1514, this restored building was one of the first structures built in the oldest remaining European city in the Americas.

Reviewed By BennyC_12 - Sanford, United States

Excellent piece of preserved real estate! Located in the Zona Colonial, this should be on your must see list.

9. Jane Sea

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Jane Sea

Large green morays and spiny lobsters welcome divers at this 250-foot shipwreck sitting upright in 80 feet of water, which is considered one of Aruba's best reef dives.

10. Museo Castillo Serralles

17 Calle El Vigia, Ponce 00730-2926 Puerto Rico +1 787-259-1775 [email protected] http://www.museocastilloserralles.com/
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Museo Castillo Serralles

Evoking the era of the sugar barons of Puerto Rico, this beautiful Spanish Revival mansion was built in 1930 for the Serrallés family, owners of the Don Q rum distillery.

Reviewed By 1_Beach-at-a-time - Atlantis, United States

Have your student ID ( picture is ok) - adm $5 Otherwise $10. Butterfly garden is dead. Japanese garden is ok. All included in price. Tour is great. No pictures inside though. Still worth to stop by! You can try rum Don Q by the gift shop ????

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