Culture of Bridgetown. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Barbados is a true paradise for fans of active pastime. There are always many interesting excursion routes in the city, and it will take more than one day to see all landmarks of this place. Harrison's Cave remains one of the main landmarks of the island. This gorgeous cave simply strikes visitors with its beauty. During an excursion in the cave, visitors will see stalactites and stalagmites of various shapes that look like they have come from some fairytale. A standard excursion in Harrison’s Cave lasts several hours. Having got into a small tram, visitors will see the complete chain of caves. Flower Forest is a no less interesting excursion destination. This is a famous garden that has become home to hundreds of rare plants. Flower Forest is not only distinguished by a large number of plants that grow there but also by its fabulous design. A stroll there will surely leave many warm memories.

Barkleys Park is one more amazing destination for fans of unhurried walks. Beautiful design and lush flora are among the advantages of this park. As a rule, tourists are thrilled to attend one more excursion – a visit to Heritage Park and Rum Factory. During an excursion there, visitors will learn much information about the process of creation of the legendary Barbados drink. The excursion ends with a sampling session, during which visitors will be able to try the best rum in the Mount Gay Rum center located nearby.

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. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

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.

Bridgetown is a fantastic destination for tourists who want to learn about the history and culture of Barbados. Numerous museums, heritage sites, and important landmarks – the city has it all. All fans of cultural places of interest should spend at least a few days in Bridgetown and visit numerous attractions of this fabulous city. Barbados Museum and Historical Society is a popular destination for all tourists interested in the heritage of the country. This museum is also the headquarters of the Barbados Historical Society, the main aim of which is to preserve the history of the country and its people. The building of the museum itself is worth a visit as it was an old military prison in the past.

As it is not hard to guess, Cricket Legends Museum is dedicated to everything connected with the game. It exhibits numerous memorabilia including uniforms, autographed bats, trophies, and detailed information about famed cricket players from Barbados. In order to learn more about the history of Parliament and notable social activists of the country, visit Barbados National Heroes Gallery. The exhibition of this museum is focused on ten National Heroes of Barbados who helped the country and its nation.

Bridgetown is the world capital of cricket. Some people come here just to play their favorite game. There is even a museum dedicated to the game called Cricket Legends of Barbados Museum. Here you can learn everything about those who wrote their name in the history of cricket, and you can visit the museum for free. Car lovers will not be at a loss – there is the Mallalieu Motor Collection & Car Museum in the city for this. Here you will find an interesting collection of retro cars, but you should bear it in mind that since the collection is private, it can only be visited by making a prior appointment.

The Kensington Oval stadium built in 1871 is one place worth visiting. The place is known as the “Mecca of Cricket Fans”. Local, regional and international cricket tournaments are hosted here. Despite the fact that the arena was built in 1871, it is very modern. A place worthy of visiting is the Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and All Angels. It is notable for its interior decoration like its stained glass and wooden decorated elements. St Mary’s Church is one of the oldest churches in the capital of the island of Barbados, and also a very attractive one. It is therefore also worth visiting. The very first church on the island was once located on its place.

Garrison Historic Area is perhaps, somewhere worth visiting unreservedly. During the 18th-19th centuries, the complex was a base for members of the West Indian regiment in Barbados. It is worth mentioning that once upon a time, in 1751 to be precise, George Washington lived here for two months. At that time, he was caring for his sick brother. Currently this building is called “George Washington House”. In general, the first President of the United States visited only one island outside the United States, and it was Barbados. The locals are very proud of this. You can find many interactive exhibits, as well as antique items in the house-museum.

The complex, in addition to George Washington House, includes the Barbados Museum & Historical Society, where you can get a grasp of what the life of the locals in the 18th-19th centuries was all about. It also includes Garrison Savannah which is the hippodrome today (where you can watch interesting horse racing), Needham’s Point Light House which often hosts parties on the beach, as well as interesting restaurants, cafes, and bars. By the way, it was here in the year 1966, that the flag of Great Britain was lowered and the flag of Barbados was raised. This is therefore the best place to get acquainted with the local culture and statehood.