Today, the excitement produced by the thousands of exuberant spectators is contagious and this being Barbados, horse racing is used as a great excuse for an array of entertainment and festivities. The people of Barbados love sharing their sport with visitors and a warm welcome awaits.
The Clock tower features the changing of the guard on Thursdays done by members of the Barbados Legion.Any visitor to Barbados should take in some of the location and book the entire tour of the historic Garrison.
George Washington House in Barbados is a historic house where the future first U.S. President George Washington stayed in 1751. He was 19 years old at the time and travelled with his brother, Lawrence Washington, who was suffering from tuberculosis..
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St Ann's Fort started construction in 1705 and named after Her Majesty, Queen Ann. In years gone by, this location played a pivotal role as the central command point for the island's six signal stations which were a major communication at the time. Through the use of flags and other coding systems, these stations were able to raise the alarm or simply get information quickly to other parts of the island. The flag poles and other items reminiscent of that time are still visible on the premises.
The Barbados Garrison is purported to be the largest in all of the British colonies in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It was at its zenith and fully set up for the benefit, safety and security of the British Royal Armed Forces, who were based on the island right through to 1906.
Barbados gained Independence from the United Kingdom in 30 November 1966. The Act also provided for the granting of a new constitution to take effect upon independence, which was done by the Barbados Independence Order 1966.
Barbados is known for its beautiful beaches, beautiful people, unique culture and amazing food & drinks. However, Barbados is rich with history thats been preserved for your to tour and enjoy.