Antigua, the land of sand, sea and sun, is located in the Caribbean islands of Central America. Antigua is a world renowned tourist spot and a part of the county of Antigua-Barbuda.
Antigua was exposed to the western world in the 17th century by Sir Christopher Codrington who had come to the island as a fortune seeker. Within a century Antigua witnessed considerable growth is the sugar plantation sector. The picturesque windmills used in the sugar industry have become an integral part of the islands exotic landscape. Until 1980s Antigua was a British colony and even after independence it shares an umbilical relation with Britain in the form of constitutional monarchy. While exploring the history of Antigua the black days of the past which involved slavery should also be mentioned. However these dark days ended after the nineteenth century.
Antigua is also known as the 'gateway to the Caribbean' because of its commercial significance. Very recently Antigua had gained international fame for being a venue to the 2007 World Cup Cricket.
Some of the places of attraction in Antigua are:
English Harbor - this harbor is also known as Nelson's Dockyard National Park. This historical site draws numerous tourists every year for its natural beauty, barbequed delicacies and grooving Caribbean music. St. John's - this city is a major city of Antigua and Barbuda. This city has been buzzing since the 18th century and it still has not ceased to fascinate people.
While in Antigua tourists should make it a point to indulge in various Antigua activities in the water and land. A tropical adventure or a cruise in the sea is a great solution to a perfect holiday.
