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Port Royal, Jamaica

From series “Famous Sunken Towns”
Year: 1518.

The legendary port city, Port Royal, has being remaining an important symbol of Jamaica for nearly five hundred years. The legendary city of pirates was founded in 1518; it was reasonably considered the most hopeless city on earth. For many years, corruption and violence have being dominating there. Pirate ships have being arriving there from all over the world, even from Madagascar. In 1692, the island has suffered from an earthquake, and the pirate town completely went under water. Today its ruins lie on the bottom of the Kingston harbor.

Port Royal, Jamaica The ruined city never ceases to attract the attention of researchers who discover new amazing artifacts on its territory. Flooded buildings house priceless historical documents; look of centuries-old buildings covered with coquina enthralls many divers. During an earthquake several ships were moored in the harbor; they also went under water and now rest at the bottom.

Large-scale studies of Port Royal began in the mid-20th century, when scientists have raised dozens of priceless historical finds from the seabed. The flooded city can boast numerous pirate goods, a significant part of which researchers have failed to detect. However, documents confirm that priceless treasures and relics lie in Kingston harbor. Despite the notoriety of Port Royal, the flooded city is an outstanding historical landmark, and all snorkelers can admire its priceless artifacts. Next - Pavlopetri


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Port Royal - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'NCB ATM' located in 2.12 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Budget Rent-A-Car' is located in 7 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Petcom' in 2.47 km
Supermarket: 'Joong Supermarket & Wholesale' in 4.3 km
Parking: 'Alex Imports Ltd Show Lot' in 7 km
Apotheek: 'Portmore Mall Pharmacy' in 2.14 km
Police station: 'Bridgeport Police Station' in 3.17 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Jolly's Restaurant' in 2.2 km
Railway station: 'Railway Station' in 5.61 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Tinson Pen Airport KTP - in 4 km
 »  Norman Manley Airport KIN - in 7 km
 »  Sangster Airport MBJ - in 127 km
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Best hotels near Port Royal

The Grand Port Royal Hotel Marina & Spa

Located in 2 km from Port Royal
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Rooms: 60
Each room at The Grand Port Royal Hotel Marina & Spa boasts a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station and a large private bathroom with a hairdryer … More: photo, rates and booking
The Liguanea Club

Located in 8 km from Port Royal
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Rooms: 38
The simply decorated rooms and suites offer air conditioning, cable TV and a private bathroom. Suites also feature a microwave and fridge, and some … More: photo, rates and booking
Strawberry Hill

Located in 9 km from Port Royal
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Rooms: 11
The suites and studios at Strawberry Hill are set in charming villas with porches overlooking the surrounding gardens and mountains. All … More: photo, rates and booking
Oakland Apartments

Located in 10 km from Port Royal
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Rooms: 1
Each one-bedroom apartment at this property comes with a dining area, living area and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests also enjoy a cable TV and a … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Dunn  River Falls
59 km - Dunn River Falls
In Jamaica, there is a wide selection of short and interesting sights. In search of new impressions, some tourists enter the surroundings of the city of Ocho-Rios. Here is the little-known and mentioned in a few tour guides - the Park Dunn's River Falls and Park, on …
Floyds Pelican Bar
105 km - Floyds Pelican Bar
We can divide people into two categories: those, who like snowy landscapes and those, who like the whisper of the ocean and palm's leaves. The second has to spend their vacation on wonderful Jamaica island. Negril as a resort has been meeting visitors in the …
Guantanamo Prison
284 km - Guantanamo Prison
Guantanamo Bay prison is located in the city of the same name in Cuba. It was opened on the territory of a US military base in 2002. 20 soldiers from Afghanistan became the very first prisoners of this prison. They were accused of aiding and abetting Islamic …
Musha Cay
662 km - Musha Cay
Musha Cay is one of the most magical and wonderful islands in the Bahamas. Once this small island belonged to the world famous illusionist David Copperfield. Today his owner is the magnate from the USA named John G. Melk. The area of ​​the island forms about 60 …
Varadero Beach
739 km - Varadero Beach
It won’t be difficult to find a fabulously beautiful beach for an unforgettable holiday in Cuba. A wonderful option is the popular beach of Varadero. It is located in the eponymous resort town that became popular among tourists in the late 19th century. Covered with …
Museum-Apartment of Jose Marti
811 km - Museum-Apartment of Jose Marti
You can visit the museum in the capital of Cuba. It is dedicated to the national hero, writer, and public figure Jose Marti. He died during the battle with Spanish troops in 1885. It is dedicated to a national hero. The museum is located in a beautiful 19th-century …

Top destination around Port Royal - Kingston


The country's most interesting attractions are concentrated in Kingston; The Zoology Museum is very popular among travelers with children. It contains a unique collection of natural science exhibits, which consists of more than 200,000 items.

Among the most valuable exhibits are rare stuffed animals, as well as unique geological and paleontological artifacts found by researchers in the city. The museum collection started growing more than 90 years ago, the very first exhibits were collected by the local university's students and staff. Now the museum has an interesting marine collection, as well as a hall with entomological exhibits.

No less interesting is the Geology Museum whose mineral collection is considered one of the most extensive and unique in the world. A large part of the minerals and other geological specimens collected at the museum were found directly on the territory of Jamaica. Here one can also find very rare exhibits brought from other countries of the world. In total, the museum presents more than 15,000 specimens of rocks, fossils, and minerals, most of which were collected in the Caribbean.
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