St. Vincent, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
St. Vincent is one of the 33 islands and small cays forming the Grenadines. The island is famed for its natural beauty. St. Vincent boasts a rugged coastline, lush rainforest, stunning waterfalls, a soaring volcano, and volcanic black-sand beaches. What travelers will not find are the glittering luxury resorts, duty-free shopping zones, and thronged beaches that characterize so many other islands in the Caribbean. St. Vincent is also one of the most cultivated islands in the region, thanks to the rich soil and abundant rainfall of its Mesopotamia Valley. The island's fertility and strategic location made it a highly sought prize during the 18th century. France and Great Britain both vied for control of St. Vincent; the island changed hands three times. As a result, traces of both are seen on the island. Today's Vincentians are a passionate people who possess great pride in their homeland.
Points of Interest
- Botanical Gardens
- Fort Charlotte
- Mesopotamia Valley
- Bequia
- Montreal Estate Gardens
- Kingstown
- Wallilabou Bay
- La Soufriere Volcano
More about St. Vincent, St. Vincent & the Grenadines Points of Interest
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Botanical Gardens -
Established in 1765, the St. Vincent Botanical Gardens are amongst the oldest in the Western Hemisphere. Enjoy the immense collection of tropical flowers, plants, and trees as you explore the garden.
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Fort Charlotte -
Built in 1806, Fort Charlotte offers panoramic views of Kingstown. This historic fort lies high above the island, and houses a collection of local paintings depicting Carib Indian history.
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Mesopotamia Valley -
Enjoy a scenic drive through the lush Mesopotamia Valley with cocoa, nutmeg, coconut and breadfruit plantations. Narrow roads wind up and down steep hills blanketed by acres of banana trees.
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Bequia -
Bequia is the second largest island in the Grenadines. It is a short journey from the nation's capital, Kingstown. Bequia means "island of the clouds" in the ancient Arawak.
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Montreal Estate Gardens -
The Montreal Estate Gardens are home to 7.5 acres of tropical flora. Located 1,500 feet above sea level, the gardens feature a collection of exotic flowers and fruit trees.
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Kingstown -
Kingstown is the cultural and commercial hub of St. Vincent. Referred to by many as "The City of the Arches," the city houses a wide range of architectural styles.
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Wallilabou Bay -
Wallilabou Bay was the main Caribbean location for the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies. Take in stunning views of the bay, and marvel at this historic location in film history!
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La Soufriere Volcano -
La Soufriere Volcano is the island's northernmost and youngest volcano. It is a stratovolcano with a crater lake.