The Capital of St Barts

Besides being the capital of St Barts

Besides being the capital of St Barts (St. Barthelemy) Gustavia is also historical and cultural center of the country. Even as Gustavis appointed it after Gustav II of Sweden. The city began to grow in the 19th century, thanks to its port, which became a center of free trade and supply. Much of the colonial influence of the Swedish island can experience in this capital.

When visitors land in St. Barts

Most of them from which to explore the capital. So it is not surprising that the capital is very much alive during the day, despite the fact that the tourist attractions are plentiful unusual. However, just wander through the cobbled streets of Gustavia is very pleasant, as you meet the boutique rustic, historic houses and red tile roofs. A tour of the city takes only a few hours. However, you could easily take your time and enjoy the atmosphere and make it to one day thing, especially if you enjoy a nice lunch on the trip.

Watching the main street for shopping and people's Quai de la République. The city center is a nice place for shopping, since it is full of duty-free shops and boutiques. For a festive, head out to the open-air market.

Knowing the history of the island at the Musee de St. Barthelemy. This interesting museum is housed on the ground floor of the house wall. Located in the harbor area called Vanadis place, this building is unique find stone called Wall House one of the largest plants in Gustavia. However, the exact history of the house wall is unknown, so the site a complete mystery. Next to the museum there is also a library on its territorial top floor and a courtyard with some historical ruins.

Will not let Another natural attraction escape relegation place. In addition, a beautiful garden, it is also an important historical landmark in Saint-Barthélemy. Formerly known as Place du Bicentenaire, there, where the ceremony took place in the distribution of 'island to France was. Until then, Saint Barthélemy was under the possession of the Swedish krona for 93 years.

Other attractions in Gustavia you might want to visit are the 18th-century Fort Gustav and water deposit. Gustavia is one of the stops on the tour minibus tours by the Tourist Office of St. Barts arranged. This is to get a perfect, to know the city in a short time.

It would really be visit in the Caribbean is not without a bit of "time on a beach. Shell Beach is a particularly beautiful stretch and is very close to the city. As the name suggests, this beach is all the more unique and special, because it is full of clams is instead of sand. As on the West Coast, Shell Beach is also a fantastic place to watch the dramatic setting of the sun on the sea. Governor 's Beach is another wonderful beach near Gustavia. This gentle curve of soft, white sand with green hills in the background is definitely worth a trip.

It may be small, but Gustavia can throw a few punches when it comes to nightlife. Many tourists really come to paint the town red! Some of the places include swaying of the Yacht Club, which is perfect for dancing and cocktails, and Le Select, a place for burgers and beer.