Barbados In A Nutshell 2019 - 2020

103 Suneeta Lies Andrew Hulsmeier The Exchange Interactive Centre Nidhe Israel Synagogue & Museum Changing of the Sentry Ceremony Mount Gay Visitor Centre Sightseeing Another captivating attraction is the new Exchange Museum on Spry Street, housed within a beautifully restored 18th century building, it’s Barbados’ largest interactive centre with fascinating displays exploring commerce in the city over the past four centuries. Interestingly, the Nidhe Israel Synagogue and Museum, founded in 1654, is the earliest constructed synagogue still in use in the Americas. Extensive restorations of the entire complex in 2016 now make this one of Bridgetown’s most outstanding attractions. Explore the fascinating history of Mount Gay Rum at the Mount Gay Visitor Experience on the outskirts of Historic Bridgetown. Knowledgeable tour guides and mixologists take visitors on a journey through the island’s rich heritage and the time- proven craftsmanship behind the world’s oldest rum. All tours fittingly culminate with rum tastings - deservedly one of the island’s most popular attractions! There is also much to explore in the Garrison Historic Area where a collection of solid and graceful Georgian structures encircle one of the oldest racetracks in the world. Based in the beautiful old military prison, the Barbados Museum depicts the island’s colourful past, including its African heritage. Deep within the eerie bulwark of St.

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