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Top 7 Historic Sites in Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua has hundreds of beaches, from the bustling Pigeon Point to the kitesurfing paradise of Jabberwock Beach. It's fun to mix it up—a day spent in a secluded cove, another spent people-watching at a tourist magnet. When you’re tired of sun and sand you can shoot ‘em up at Reservoir Range, where archery and air pistols are a fun way to work out any lingering pre-vacation stress. A tour of the Antigua Distillery is a spirited way to experience a true taste of the island.
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1. Monk's Hill
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Also known as Fort George, this fort was built in 1689 to defend the British settlers against invasions from the French and the Arawak indians.
Reviewed By alexandrina55 - St. John's, Caribbean
An early morning hike up this hill provided exercise, a picturesque view and great opportunity to see a historical site. The st. George Fort as it is also called gives one a glimpse into bygone slavery days.
2. Shirley Heights
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4.5 based on 2,673 reviews
Hills overlooking the Dockyard on the east, named after the governor who built the fortifications.
Reviewed By malefamily - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Great views of Nelsons dockyard you are able to see from above great view of why it was chosen strategically Refreshments available / toilets
3. Fort James
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4.0 based on 245 reviews
British fort built in the 17th century to protect the entrance of St. John's harbor.
Reviewed By Globetrotter034
Took a walk around to soak up some history. All the cannons and the powder room remains as does the perimeter wall. What a labour intense job to build all of this back when no machines were available to assist. Very impressive!
4. Fort Barrington
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4.0 based on 193 reviews
British fort looming dramatically over the shoreline, built in 1779 to protect the British island from the French.
Reviewed By P-D-Rosey - Petrolia, Canada
We hiked her from the Royalton Resort. Amazing 360 degree views of the Island and ocean. Can even see the outline of the wreck of the Andes.
5. Fort Berkeley
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4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland
Fort Berkeley sits on a promontory of the Middle Ground peninsula between English Harbour/Freeman's Bay and the Falmouth Harbour protecting the entrance to the first bay. To get there it is a pleasant walk of 10 minutes from Nelson Dockyard with views across to Galleon Beach. On the site there are the remains of a Powder Magazine, of a Guard House, as well as a bastion with a cannon from 1805 (as is written on it). Very recommended is a continuation of the walk from here towards Pigeon Point Beach on the mile-long Middle Ground Trail. It leads past some more military ruins and through an interesting dry vegetation. In between there is a steep climb and descent, for which ropes have been installed. Good footwear is recommended, although I did it without problem with good hiking sandals. At the other end of the trail one arrives at Pigeon Point Beach, a great place for a swim.
