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ST GEORGES
Calling Code: +1 441
A visit to Bermuda wouldn't be complete without a trip to historic
St. George's, the oldest continually inhabited town of English origin in the New
World. Named after England's patron saint, St. George's was the capital of Bermuda
for over 200 years and evolved from the Island's first official settlement in
1612. The town is remarkably well preserved with Bermuda's unique style of architecture,
and centuries of British military fortifications.
With such a welt of history preserved and intact in this little town, it has been internationally recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. As well as reflecting British military might and colonialism, the town also has ties with the first settlement on the James River in Virginia, the American Revolution and the American Civil War.
The old town's charm is exemplified by the East End with its unique shops, great restaurants, public re-enactment and summer water sports such as kayaking, sailing, helmet diving, fishing, snorkeling and sightseeing on a glass bottom boat. St. George's forts are part of the World Heritage Site and span almost the entire history of English coastal defense. Many of the fortifications may be visited free of charge; Fort St. Catherine is a must-see.
St. George's is not just an attraction for visitors, it's an authentic town. Some of the old stone house have passed down from one generation to the next for over 200 years. The winding alleys and back lanes have been walked by the same families for centuries generating a strong sense of community.
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