Scarborough attractions -not only sun & beach
Tobago's capital, Scarborough, need claim your attention only briefly before you climb up the hill to Fort King George, about 430 feet above the town. Built by the English in 1779, it was later captured by the French, then was tossed back and forth among various conquerors until nature decided to end it all in 1847, blowing off the roofs of its buildings. You can see artifacts displayed in a gallery, plus the ruins of a military hospital. Run by the Tobago Trust in the Barrack Guard House of Fort King George the Scarborough - Tobago Museum has a varied collection. Perhaps its most well-displayed collection are the antique maps on the second floor. There is also an emphasis on African Art reflecting the slave history of Tobago's citizens. Amerindian artifacts, military buttons, coins, shells and minerals are some of the other collections. The botanic garden comprises ten acres of tropical trees and shrubs which are clearly labeled and create some interesting views of Scarborough. Open lawns surround the tree specimens. Built in the 1780s overlooking Scarborough Bay, Fort King George offers both a good view of the town and a park-like tranquility with some magnificent trees. Some of the original brick and stone walls, an early prison, the officers' mess, several cannon, and a later lighthouse still survive. It is the best preserved fort on Tobago. The Tobago Museum is located on the grounds. There are a number of festivals and cultural events that take place in Trinidad and Tobago that can also be appealing for travelers throughout various times of the year. Travelers can always check tourist office calendars for a dates of all festivals and activities. Carnival, a popular festival throughout the Caribbean ,takes place on two consecutive days in February and is full of music, dance, singing, and costumes. Aug. 31 marks the islands' independence day, while mid July to early August marks the Tobago Heritage Festival, celebrating the culture and history of the island. There are also several important Hindu and Muslim festivals and observances that occur in Trinidad and Tobago, including the Hindu festival of Phagwa, celebrating the harvest; and the Muslim day of Eid-Ul-Fitr, which follows the holy month of Ramadan. Travelers seeking the pleasures of vacationing in Trinidad and Tobago have options and benefits for traveling during any time of the year. |
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