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beach and soak up the sun or take in the local attractions attractions.

 

Barbados is the most easterly Caribbean island; it is located at 13.4N, 54.4W. This island is said to be formed by a collision of the Atlantic crustal and Caribbean plates, accompanied by a volcanic eruption. The island is a tourist destination often known for its sun, beautiful sandy beaches and sugarcane; more so than, the fun-fare of nature and wildlife which this island has to offer.

When in Barbados, persons can explore the many wonderful and exciting natural and wildlife attractions that are offered which includes The Welchman Hall Gully, Harrison’s Cave, The Wildlife Reserve, Andromeda Gardens, Hike Barbados and Birdwatching.

 

• The Welchman Hall Gully
  

  This attraction which is located in the parish of St. Thomas, is three-quarter mile long gully and it is a perfect location if you like a taste of nature, hiking and plants. Based on the demographics of the gully, it’s evident of its close relation of the ever popular Harrison’s Cave. For plant lovers, it graces tropical forest accompanied by both Barbadian and other exotic tropical plants. For more information visit: http://www.welchmanhallgullybarbados.com/



• Harrison’s Cave
  

  Harrison’s Cave is located in the parish of St. Thomas, it is listed as one of the “Seven Wonders of Barbados” by the Barbados Tourism Encyclopedia. It is a magnificent cave and is one of the most popular tourist attraction on the island. It is a natural phenomena of beauty with stalacites hanging from the roof of the cave, stalagmites that come up from the ground accompanied by streams of crystal clear running water that drop to form deep emerald pools. This is a must see attraction.
  For more infromation, visit: http://harrisonscave.com/



• Barbados Wildlife Reserve
  

  The Barbados Wildlife Reserve is situated in a natural mahogany wood in the parish of St. Peter and is a unique location for all members of the family. In the Reserve, you can have a chance to see the animals up close and interacting in their own natural habitat. In addition,you can see the Barbados green monkeys; birds such as parrots, flamingoes, peacocks, brown pelicans and sparrows; reptile lovers can see the snakes (in cages), iguanas, turtles and tortoises and the not so native animals such as the Brocket deer, agouti, caiman and armadillo.
  For more information visit: http://www.barbados.org/reserve.htm



• Andromeda Botanical Gardens

  The Andromeda Botanical Gardens is a six-acre garden located in the parish of St. Joseph. The garden is an excellent location for plant lovers as it contain a variety of orchids, palms, ferns, heliconia, hibiscus, bougainvillea, begonias and cacti which are complemented by a lovely stream which divides the land to form beautiful pools and waterfalls.
  For more information visit: http://andromeda.cavehill.uwi.edu/



• Hike Barbados

  Hike Barbados is just another attraction for hikers, walkers or simply nature lovers to take a walk through canefields, gullies and tropical forests and coastal communities to discover the geological and social structure which the island has to offer. Through this walk, you would be able to have a healthy and enjoyable exercise, meet new friends and enjoy what the heritage and environment of Barbados has to offer.
  For more information visit: http://hikebarbados.com/
  
  

• Birdwatching

  There are a number of birdwatching sites in Barbados, where persons can enjoy observing birds; there are:-



• The Bayfield Pond, St. Philip- This is a roadside pond where persons can have a close look at Masked ducks.


• Chancery Lane Swamp, Christ Church- This swamp is easy to attain all times of the year but it depends on the amount of rainfall being experienced; in the autumn, this is one of the best places to study migrant shorebirds.


• Animal Flower Forest, St. Lucy- This is an excellent site for observing hummingbirds.


• Graeme Hall Nature Reserve, Christ Church- This is the major birdwatching sites in Barbados, here you will find Yellow Warble, Egrets and a variety of herons and shorebirds.

Come to Barbados where not only the sun and beautiful sandy beaches will take your breath away but where the wildlife and nature attractions can help to add luster to your vacation.