The island is rich in old buildings that were constructed yet during the colonial period. Sunbury Plantation House is one of the most famous historical landmarks of the region. This is a beautiful mansion that has an old mill located nearby. Besides the magnificent Orchid Garden, there is a charming botanical garden on the island. While walking in the beautiful place, visitors will learn much new about local flora. The information is, indeed, interesting because Barbados is home to many unique plants.
St. Nicholas Abbey is one more important historical landmark, the building of which was finished in 1663. Nowadays, it’s the only building in the city that has a fireplace. Tourists, who want to learn more about the everyday life of local people, are recommended to attend Tyrol Cot village. Locals are already accustomed to hordes of tourists, who visit them every day, and offer various goods for sale, such as handicrafts, jewelry, local pasties, and homemade food. If local landmarks are not enough for curious tourists, they will find more places to explore on the neighboring islands. Dominica is famous for its gorgeous waterfalls, Saint Lucia has breathtaking mountain landscapes, and Saint Vincent Island is rich in interesting architectural and historical landmarks.
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