List of tourist attractions in Antigua Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda is located in the northern part of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean Sea. The vast majority are of black African descent, and most residents believe in Christianity. The capital is St. John, with a population of 29,000 (1993). It has a tropical climate with an average annual temperature of 27℃. The average annual precipitation is about 1020 mm.

Antigua and Barbuda has unique natural geographical conditions, with 365 high-quality beaches, a pleasant climate, beautiful scenery, and a strong tropical style. Successive Anbar governments have adopted policies to give priority to the development of tourism. Tourism revenue now accounts for 60% of the GDP, 80% of foreign exchange earnings, and the employed population reaches 10,000.

John Saint John is the capital and largest city of Antigua and Barbuda, with a magnificent baroque white tower-St. John's Cathedral standing on its horizon. The church was built in 1845, and the church that is now in front of people is the result of its third renovation, because the earthquakes of 1683 and 1745 destroyed previous buildings. Half of the tourists who visit the island every year think the tower is their first impression of Antigua, and many of them arrive by boat.

With the completion of the island's cruise terminal and the completion of some hotels, St. John has now become an active shopping and dining center. Visitors interested in the island's early history can visit the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda at the Colonial Court (1750), which displays Arawak artifacts and colonial artifacts-all derived from archaeological finds on the island.

At the same time, the museum also features a thought-provoking, life-sized replica of Arava houses and sugar plantations. Be sure to visit the active farmers 'markets in the south of the city on Friday and Saturday mornings. Folk crafts, a variety of delicious tropical fruits and the bustling crowd will surely bring this morning to life.

Supreme Harmony Hall Art Gallery Located on Brown's Bay in Nonsuch Bay, the Harmony Hall Art Gallery is Antigua's art center. In 1980, Annabel-Proudlock and a group of friends spent a year restoring the mid-19th century Methodist chaplain house to its original grandeur. The primary purpose of the gallery's opening was to promote and broaden people's appreciation of Jamaica art and crafts. Since then, the gallery has gained international praise.

There are works by 100 representative artists and craftsmen here, ranging from simple to exquisite, appreciated by both refined and popular, and featuring the works of many of Jamaica's first-class painters, sculptors and carvers. There are a variety of exhibitions here throughout the year, but the highlights of the year are the Antigua Artists 'Exhibition and the Craft Fair held in November. The sugar factory next to the Hall of Supreme Harmony has been converted into a bar, where customers can enjoy the best all-round views of the island and of course the beautiful scenery of Nonsuch Bay. In this quiet atmosphere and iconic building, everyone is welcome to come here to enjoy visual arts cuisine.

English Harbour is a historically beautiful area in Antigua. It is located on 15 square miles of Nelson's Dockyard National Park, the southernmost tip of Antigua. The harbour was established as a British naval base during the heyday of navigation, and served as the command headquarters for the Lower Islands Fleet during the turbulent years of the late 18th century. Although Horatio Nelson greatly expanded the shipyard at that time, it gradually declined in the 19th century and ceased operating in 1889.

Today, the Nelson Shipyard has been completely restored, and it is the only Georgian-era shipyard in the world. Almost all the attractions in the park overlook the harbor, and the closest one is Clarence's House. The former residence was built as the residence of the later King William IV of England (1765-1837), who was then a member of the H.M.S. Captain Pegasus, serving in Nelson. Attractions further away from the harbor are Shirley Heights, Dow's Hill Interpretation Center, all of which and the park's conveniently accessible beaches will be particularly popular during Sailing Week.

Shirley Heights was named in the late 18th century after General Shirley, ruler of the Leeward Islands, and its scattered array of battery batteries and military buildings are known for their breathtaking scenery. Not far away is the cemetery, where an obelisk was built in memory of the soldiers of the 54th Regiment. From the high point, you can see the beautiful scenery of the English Harbour in the distance. On Sunday afternoon, people come here for picnics, barbecues and drinks to their heart's content. The performance of the steel drum band and melodious reggae music make a lively scene.

The high point is also a good place to watch the sunset. The car goes up the mountain road and divides into two forks, leading to two high points with different scenery. One place can see the landscape of sea and sky, making you fully feel small; The other place can overlook the crocodile-shaped island below and the British Port full of boats. Every Sunday night, a bonfire party is also held. Visitors here only need to spend 10 Eastern Caribbean dollars (30 yuan) tickets. In addition to enjoying a free authentic local drink, they can also enjoy black boys and girls singing, dancing and "breathing fire" performances.

Fort James (1706-mid-19 th century) is probably the most impressive building on Antigua, as all the Cannon cannons still remain on the fortress. All the other fortresses were sold out as scrap goods in 1869 at sixpence per cent. This made Fort James the most unique one.

Around 1703, St. John's grew rapidly to outsize Falmouth and Parham, and the harbor at its northern entrance was fortified. In 1739, in the witness of all Masonic members, the cornerstone of the castle, which still stands, was laid, and the stone that records history is still visible at the east corner. In later history, the inscriptions on the stone were almost destroyed by malicious treasure hunters who hoped to find treasure behind the cornerstone.