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Three Quick Tips
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Discover the meaning of "Out of Many, One People". Jamaica's ancestry can be traced back to Spain, England, Africa, Asia, India, the Middle East and of course, our island. The best way to get an overview of Jamaica’s rich heritage is through experiencing our diverse cultural influences firsthand through our cuisines, music, dance, art and sights. |
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Learn more on a guided tour. There are various local organisations that offer walking tours with knowledgeable guides. Since Jamaica has such a rich, layered history, it's impossible to see everything in one visit. Research ahead of time the sites you want to visit, and plan your itinerary accordingly. |
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There's a lot to learn in little-known places. Want to experience the authentic Jamaica? Visit Jamaica's small villages outside major tourist destinations. Whether you tour a traditional Maroon town in the highlands or walk through Bob Marley’s hometown, Nine Mile - travelling off the beaten path will be worth your while. |
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Established
in 1769, Falmouth is the capital of the northern parish in Trelawny. The town
is 18 miles east of Montego Bay. It was named after Falmouth in Cornwall,
England, the birthplace of Sir William Trelawny, the then Governor of Jamaica. > Learn More
| So you’re coming to Jamaica and you wonder what Jamaicans do with their time. Well, given the complexities of Jamaican society, one can spend forever learning about our people and culture. > Learn More
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Some twenty kilometres north of Kingston lies the small village of Castleton, known for its most famous attribute, the Castleton Botanical Gardens. The gardens at Castleton were established in 1862 to facilitate the relocation of the Bath Botanical Gardens, making it one of the oldest public botanical gardens in the western hemisphere. In just a few years after the move, the gardens at Castleton were the most richly stocked in the Caribbean, boasting over 180 species of palm and at least 400 specimens of other flora. > Learn More
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Kingston Harbour:
Kingston is built around the 7th largest natural harbour in the world? She is also home to other natural attractions including the Royal Botanical Gardens at Hope and Cinchona Gardens.
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