Sightseeing in Kingstown - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The history of Kingstown started when famous explorer Christopher Columbus landed at the coast of the Caribbean Sea in 1498. This event happened on St. Vincent’s Day – January 22. This event gave the name to the island. After this event, the French captured the region and made it a French territory. Kingstown as a city was established in 1763 when the British claimed the island and made it a British colony. They brought slaves to Saint Vincent in order to grow sugarcane.
There are no coastal areas suitable for swimming and sunbathing in Kingstown. The closest beach is situated in the neighborhood of the capital, at a distance of seven kilometers. It is called Villa Beach. Many tourists enjoy spending their free time on this beach during their vacation in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The beach has a soft sandy surface and shallow water near the coast. This makes it suitable for tourists with children. Are you fond of diving? This coastal area has a miraculous underwater world that is easy to explore without any particular equipment because the water is crystal clear. Even strong waves of the Caribbean Sea cannot spoil your beach recreation because the bay is safely protected from strong winds.
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Nowadays, the Botanical Garden is open all year round for citizens and guests of the city. Interesting excursions take place here every day. This is where visitors can learn more about different species of plants, hear recommendations about growing different species, and get acquainted with the history of numerous flowers and herbs. Needless to say, the indigenous flora of the region occupies the biggest part of the garden because it attracts attention the most.
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The design of this church is an interesting combination of several styles. If you are a connoisseur of architecture, you will notice traces of the Mauritian, Georgian, and Roman styles. The gorgeous façade made with volcanic black bricks is one of the most eye-catching details of this church. The cathedral has lush décor with skillfully made bas-reliefs, stucco, and buttresses. Arched windows adorn magnificent stained-glass windows with the image of the saint who this cathedral is named after. Inside, the cathedral features antique furniture, paintings of the 19th century, and a beautiful wooden altar in the center.
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National and city parks around Kingstown
♥ Recreation Area 'Rabacca River Recreation Park' , 10.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Soufriere' , 25.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Recreation Area 'Rabacca River Recreation Park' , 10.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Soufriere' , 25.7 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Kingstown from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Palm Island
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Distance from Kingstown center - 66.4 km.
Palm Island will not only appeal to followers, but also to the hikers. On Palm Island one can explore the strange natural sights, the exotic birds and the rare plant species. The island is also excellent for the divers. In the near vicinity of her there is a large selection of beautiful diving spots. Now about 30 people live on the island, all of which are the employees of the tourist complex. …
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Mustique Island
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Distance from Kingstown center - 32.9 km.
Although it has been many years ago, all the baron's references were strictly observed. On the island you can really only find 114 buildings. With the development of the tourist infrastructure, all the modern supply lines were laid out on the island, but all of them are hidden under the earth and therefore do not hurt the natural splendor. On the island there are no big hotels with a hectic atmosphere. At the disposal of the holidaymakers are the picturesque villas, the splendid beaches and the unique restaurants - the pride of the peculiar Mustique island. …
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Sightseeing in Saint Vincent and Grenadines: things to see
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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