St. Vincent Island is the largest island of the country Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean. The discoverer of the island is considered Christopher Columbus, who landed on its shore in 1498. According to scientists, the first settlements on the island appeared 5,5 thousand years earlier, as evidenced by numerous archeological finds. In 1980 and 1986, the island was badly damaged by affecting hurricanes. Nowadays, tourist infrastructure of Saint Vincent is actively developing and improving.
The island was settled no less than 5,5 thousand years ago. The Ciboney Indians were the first ones who came here from the north part of South America. Even though there is almost no … Open
Active volcano La Soufrière (1234m high) – which is currently not – can be justly called one of the most fascinating sights of the island. It’s located in the north part of Saint … Open
St. George's Cathedral is a true glimpse of the Gregorian style. Its construction was completed in the early 19th century. It is in its walls, that a unique relic presented by Queen Victoria - a Red Angel stained-glass window is kept. Among other unusual sights of the capital, the Botanical Garden is worth noting. The garden was founded in 1762 by William Bilai. The incoming captain decided to establish a commercial garden nursery on these fertile lands. Exotic plants were brought here from all corners of the world.
Saint Vincent is one of the best places in the world for diving and snorkeling. Even those who prefer a serene beach holiday will definitely like the beautiful island. Many places of the … Open
Those who want to diversify their leisure by visiting unusual excursions, should examine the Black Point Tunnel. This tunnel, 115 meters long, was built by slaves in the early 19th century and is located in the immediate vicinity of Kingstown. The construction of the tunnel was caused by the need to create a direct route between the capital and sugar plantations. Among the archaeological areas, Buccament Bay is worth mentioning. On the nearby rocks, scientists have discovered Celtic drawings and petroglyphs. One of the stones with prehistoric patterns is located right on the coast.
High-class resort hotels on the St. Vincent Island are available for travelers. All the local hotels were built not so long ago, so they will be pleased for admirers of modern luxury and … Open
Festive procession is the main part of the carnival. It takes a year to prepare all fancy costumes for the event. The festival’s schedule includes various musical performances, contests, gastronomic entertainments, and competitions. Visiting local markets is one of the most popular pastimes among tourists. Vacationers are usually interested in popular national delicacies and exotic fruits. Local artisans also bring their works to the markets, so tourists will not have any trouble finding interesting and unique souvenirs. Finally, local markets offer beach and sports gear.