Barbados is a group of small islands. But one should never underestimate the beauty and the gorgeous view these islands have to offer by the size of it. Renting Barbados villas on the beach and enjoying the splendid nature's creation is a pleasure in itself. This provides you with the list of places one must visit in Barbados, the best of the islands in the Caribbean. The list is divided on the basis of the category of places.
If you want to have a pinch of history
The ancient architectural marvels are sure to make your jaw drop. These are the list of such marvels in Barbados.
The Morgan lewis Windmillis one of the sugar windmills in the world. It is a known fact that the sugar business was doing very well in the islands of Barbados. This type of sugar windmill is one of a kind. The windmill became a non-operational long back and it was converted into a museum with the old photographs and artifacts on the walls of the windmills. The visitors can climb to the top of the windmill and have a panoramic view of the islands.
Cricket has been a part of the lives of the people in Barbados. Infact, the spirit of the game was instilled in the West Indies Team as a result of the matches that were played in the 1800s'. The place houses some of the precious assets of the cricketing history of the place. This is a must visit for all the ardent cricket fans.
The statue that was erected in the 1800s' in the capital city of Bridgetown draws a lot of history buffs. He was the man who helped the locals fight against the French and the English to attain their independence. The statue at the backdrop of the parliament buildings is a great spot to click pictures that go back in time.
The George Washington House is declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Barbadoswas the only nation that Washington had visited outside the United States of America. Thus, the place holds a lot of historical importance.
If you want to know more about this perfect mix of ancient and Modern Island, then you should definitely visit this museum that has the records of the historical events that shaped up of what is today's Barbados.
The Plantation House houses the artifacts of the once sugar plantations.
A military signal station that is located atop a tiny hillock.
The Needham's Point light House is one of those historic lighthouses in the world that has a stationary beacon instead of a rotating beacon.
The Independent Arch, Bussa Emancipation Statue are the other places that speak volumes about the heritage of Barbados.
Want to have a mysterious time in the caves, do the island hopping
There are some jaw-dropping caves located in Barbados. It can be reached by the shipping services that provide you with all the basic amenities. So, you just have to hop into the cave islands and have a great time.
The limestone caves that are maintained by the tourism board of Barbados are for those who love to explore the mysteries of the cave. There are so many facts that are used for the symbols and other natural wonders inside the caves.
This is the place where you can spot the animals freely roaming amidst the Mahogany trees and you can smell the real nature of this reserve. It is a great place to spend when you are visiting the islands with your kids.
If you wish to see the flower beds that are shown on the postcards, then you should be visiting the Hunte's garden. Developed by horticulturalists, the place is the ideal spot to get married in the presence of beautiful colorful flowers. After all the time you spend at the beaches, a visit to the Hunte's garden is a treat for both the eyes and soul.
What are the islands forIJ
The first picture that comes to one's mind at the utterance of the word islands is the beaches that have fine white sands and sparkling waters. Barbados is a must visit island if you are a beach person. The best part about these islands is the fact that all the beaches have public access. One need not pay a fortune to enjoy the activities at the beaches. They all are priced very reasonably.
One can enjoy any variety of water sports at these beaches. To have a quick visit to the beaches and to view the sunset and the sunrise, it is recommended to stay in a beachside villa.
You can also enjoy great food at the Oistins. The best time to visit the Oistin's is during the weekends where the air smells of freshly fried dolphins, colloquially called MahiMahi and other seafood items.
There are carnivals that are conducted around the year. Since Barbados has a culture that is mixed with both the British and African, the dance and the food suit the likes of every visitor.
Barbados is one place which makes you feel like never leaving and keep coming back. The place with its warm hospitality garners a lot of tourists every year. For more travel experiences of mine, you can have a look at my travel blog.