Things to do in Barbados

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The Animal Flower Cave is located at the most northerly point of Barbados in the parish of St.Lucy. The name "Animal Flower Cave" comes from the sea anemones found in the pools of the cave. Some of these pools are deep enough for you to swim in.

There are also several openings looking out to sea, offering spectacular views! The walls of the Cave are full of interesting formations which have been coloured green and brown by oxidation of copper and iron. See if you can spot the lizard, turtle and hand formations as you explore the cave!

Approximately 850 feet above sea-level, this spot offers an excellent view of the "Scotland District" which covers the parish of St.Andrew and is named after the Patron Saint of Scotland.

It is believed that the name "Cherry Tree Hill" originated from the large number of cherry trees which once existed at this location.

Today the road is lined with mahogany trees, which were introduced into Barbados after the Treaty of Paris in 1763. As you descend the hill the mahogany trees give way to swaying sugar cane.

Legend has it that Bathsheba, wife of King David, bathed in milk to keep her skin beautiful and soft. Legend also says that the surf covered white waters of Bathsheba, Barbados rich in minerals and life is said to resemble Bathsheba's bath in both appearance health giving value. This is the rugged east coast of Barbados, where visitors come to breath the air, soak in the invigorating Bathsheba Pools and feel alive.

It is breathtakingly beautiful; wide white sand beaches stretch along a dramatic coastline of striking rock formations against which the Atlantic rollers break in cascades of foam. What at first glance look like huge boulders washed up on the beach are actually rock formations broken away from ancient coral reef!

One of the Barbados Tourism Encyclopedia's "Seven Wonders of Barbados"is this spectacular cave which is one of our island's most famous attractions.

A unique phenomenon of nature, Harrison's Cave is an amazing gallery of stalactites hanging from the roof of the cave, and stalagmites that emerge from the ground, with streams of crystal-clear running water that drop from breathtaking waterfalls to form deep emerald pools. The stalactites and stalagmites were formed over thousands of years and in some places the stalactites have reached down to the stalagmites and a spectacular pillar has been formed.

Port St Charles Resort located on the north western coast of Barbados facing the idyllic aquamarine Caribbean sea offers beautiful villas and apartments for either a short holiday or if you wished to visit at your convenience, ownership becomes a dream come true. Our luxury homes vary from one bedroom to five bedroom homes located in the 22 acre community, either on the lagoon-front or directly on the beach front with your berth and boat just outside your doorstep.

This is our only intact sugar mill in Barbados and is the fourth of Barbados.org's "Seven Wonders of Barbados"! Morgan Lewis Windmill is located in the northern parish of St. Andrew overlooking the eastern coastline of the island and the Scotland District.

Morgan Lewis is one of the only two intact and restored sugar mills in the Caribbean. The other is at Betty's Hope Estate on one of our sister islands, Antigua. Stroll the beautifully landscaped grounds for a 360° view of the historic mill. You can also choose to explore the interior of the mill on either a guided or self-guided tour.

Hunte's Gardens in Barbados is A place of serenity where you can feel peace of mind and the tranquility of your soul whilst being surrounded by nature in some of the wondrous varieties it has to offer. Take a leisurely stroll through the tall palm trees of what once was a regular gully; which has now become a majestic transformation by Anthony Hunte into an ornately designed garden located in Barbados, known by many around the world, simply as: Hunte's Gardens.

St. Nicholas Abbey, located in the parish of St.Peter, was built in 1658 and is one of only three genuine Jacobean mansions in the Western Hemisphere. Barbados is home to two of these mansions ... St. Nicholas Abbey and Drax Hall.

Distinguishing features of this magnificent, well-preserved mansion are: curved Dutch gables, chimney stacks and coral stone finials, a Chinese Chippendale staircase and fine antiques and china. A rare 1930s film of sugar plantation life can also be viewed. Take a tour through the great house to admire the architecture and historical furnishings.

Date Built : 1836 - This classic Gothic church was built to replace a previous structure which had been destroyed by hurricane in 1831. The chancel was added to the church in 1876. The Churchyard contains body of Ferdinand Paleologus (descendant of Constantine), Westmascott statue, spectacular view of East Coast.

On November 3rd 2010 the late Prime Minister of Barbados, Hon David John Howard Thompson was also laid to rest at this historic site.

With a population of about 110,000, Bridgetown is the island's largest and most vibrant city! After all, it is the capital and commercial centre of Barbados. Steeped in rich history and culture, Bridgetown today reflects a mix of the old and the new, with historic sites and buildings sitting amongst modern structures like multi-storey offices, financial institutions and shopping malls.

Limegrove, located in Holetown, is the best place to shop in Barbados, offering an unmatched selection of luxury and duty-free jewellery, apparel and accessories. The shopping destination features more than 100,000 square feet of some of the world’s leading retail brands such as Burberry, Longchamp, Hugo BOSS, M.A.C., Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Cartier as well as many specialty retailers.

In addition to shopping, Limegrove features an art gallery, spa, two cinemas, several bars, restaurants and eateries, and The Grove Residences.

Holetown was the site of the first British landing in Barbados in 1625 and the first settlement by the British two years later. The Holetown Monument commemorates the 1625 landing.

The town was originally called Jamestown after King James I. It is said that the English seamen named the area Holetown because the river that empties into the sea here reminded them of the Limehouse Hole on the River Thames.

Located along the north-west coast of Barbados, Speightstown is one of the islands major towns and boasts a long and intruiging history.

Much of the character of Speightstown can be found in its architecture - historic buildings dating back to the early settlement of Barbados alongside modern buildings reflecting a developing nation - and in its people - the sidewalk vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, the fishermen unloading their catch along the jetty, local characters hanging out at the Esplanade and friendly sales staff in modern shops and restaurants.