Rest on Barbados - what you need so much!
Once upon a time, Barbados was a colony of Great Britain. This period of history has not passed without a trace. The island has preserved British traditions. "Little England" - so the island is very often called today. There are many protected places with a unique flora and fauna worthy of tourists' attention.
The climate of Barbados is tropical trade wind and is very similar to the subequatorial sea. In summer, the air temperature rises to 30 degrees above zero. Thanks to the trade winds and the sea breeze on vacation in Barbados there is no exhausting heat. Because it's so beautiful.
Activities in Barbados
Barbados is famous for its fine sandy beaches, each of which is unique in its own way. Golden sand you will find on the West Coast of the resort, and white - on the South Coast. Most beaches of the island are municipal. On those who are near the hotels, as a rule, rest guests. On a note to a tourist, sunbathing on the beach without clothes or topless in Barbados is prohibited. Than not a manifestation of British aristocracy.
Rest on Barbados can not be boring. In addition to beach recreation, tourists can go in for sailing, water skiing, diving and snorkeling. Atlantic wind contributes to surfing. The west coast of the island attracts diving lovers from all over the world. Here is a very interesting underwater world with steep reefs and sunken ships. Another no less popular sport is windsurfing. For employment they will be suitable for the southern coast .
There are also three golf courses on the island. If aristocratic calm golf is not for you, visit the jazz festival. He is on the island in January. Agree, buy a ticket to Barbados and visit the festival - a very good decision and the opportunity to combine love for music with love to the sea.
Shopping in Barbados, of course, is not the same as in Europe, but it still costs to go. In some shops there is a duty-free trade. To the note to the tourist, in such shops it is necessary to have at itself the passport and tickets back. In addition to shops with clothes, Barbados is famous for small shops with rum. The island seems to be calm, but at night it changes and meets travelers with a variety of bars and clubs.
Top places to visit
It's amazing how a relatively small area accommodated such a number of attractions. It is logical that a large part of them are monuments of colonial architecture. At the same time, there are museums, parks and churches. Let's talk about the most visited.
Bridgetown
The picturesque city is the capital of the island. You will be pleased with the unusual colonial architecture, which harmoniously combines with modern trends. In Bridgetown you will find narrow alleys, and cozy cafes and small shops with rum. The city lives its tourist life, meets and escorts cruise ships.
Flower Forest
In the center of the island on the hill there is a flower forest or a botanical garden called "Flower Forest". You have not seen such an elaborate decoration of the garden with cozy pavilions and benches, beautiful greenhouses and avenues. If you purchased a tour to Barbados, do not forget to come to this place. You will not only be told, but will also show a lot of incredible plants that you have never heard of. Fresh air and beautiful nature - what else is necessary for happiness!
Parliament of Barbados
The building of the local Parliament is included in the UNESCO heritage list. In the form you see today, he started working in 1961. Built in the Neo-Gothic style. The basis of the attraction is a beautiful clock tower, which was built from limestone.
Wildlife Sanctuary
A trip to Barbados is also an opportunity to visit the wild and little visited northern part of the island. Once there was a scientific research center for studying the species of Primates, and today it is a reserve with a huge number and diversity of local flora and fauna. Among the inhabitants of the reserve are turtles with red legs, red young deer, who were brought here from other continents.
Harrison's Cave
It is truly a miracle of the island. It was formed during the water erosion of the rock. For excursions to the cave there is a specially equipped tram that is powered by solar panels. Excursions include a visit to the "Great Hall" and "Villages", where there are many waterfalls and stalactites with stalagmites. All this you can see near, because the tram stops periodically. After visiting here, you will once again be sure that you did not in vain get a tour to Barbados.
Resorts of Barbados
In the capital of Barbados, tourists will be surprised by the huge bridges connecting the city. In Bridgetown, the Carlisle Bay was crashed deeply. In addition to the bridges, this resort will enjoy a delicious dish and sauce for it from rum, and for dessert - something sweet, also from rum. Drink this all too, you will be offered rum. This is the whole of Barbados.
If you like active rest, go to Cape Chris Church. There is always good weather, clean coast and beautiful waves, as well as a fun night life.
For a more relaxing holiday, go to the Cape of St. James, where absolutely calm transparent coastal waters are waiting for you. Another option for you is Cape Sant Peters. It is untouched nature, smooth mild climate and friendly people.
If you buy a tour to Barbados to get a sea of new emotions and impressions, then you are in Oystins. Here you will see how the Atlantic Ocean joins the Caribbean Sea. The spectacle is unforgettable. True, you can get here only by plane.
Coral island of Barbados is waiting for you and is ready to give an unforgettable vacation.
