Bridgetown In-a-Day
Historical Bridgetown
The two most interesting areas to explore on foot comprise Barbados’ UNESCO World Heritage Site: Bridgetown’s historical centre and the Garrison area, located some mile and a half (2.4km) southeast.
Morning
Start off in leafy Independence Square, which is presided over by a bronze statue of Errol Barrow, the country’s first post-Independence prime minister. It also offers the best view (pictured above) across the water of the Parliament buildings, which contain two small worthwhile museums – good for a rainy afternoon, or for a blast of aircon. Diagonally opposite, Golden Square Freedom Park is of particular interest to enthusiasts of Barbadian history.
Text © Sara Humphreys
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