St John’s is a major city of the country of Antigua and Barbuda which has been playing a significant part in the country since the eighteenth century. The city of St John’s was a British naval headquarter and the name of Nelson, the famous British naval officer is also associated with it. Since its colonial days St John’s has served as major seat of power and things are continuing in the same way even after independence. Tourists make a stop at this exotic city before venturing out on the sand and the sea. There are numerous hotels and restaurants in this city of Antigua provide a perfect retreat to the vacationers after the whole day of adventure in all the islands and beaches of Antigua and Barbuda. St John’s is the main commercial hub of the country and also the gateway to the harbor.
Places of attraction in St John’s Antigua:
St John’s Cathedral: the present structure of the St John’s cathedral was fabricated in the year 1845. The earlier structures were destructed by the earthquakes. The significance of this cathedral lies in the fact that it dominates the skyline of the city and depicts extraordinary architectural genius.
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda: this museum portrays the history of the city of St John’s and Antigua from the ancient era to the modern period. The most celebrated possession of this museum is the bat used by Viv Richards, a former West Indian cricket player. Arawak and colonial remnants and replicas are also displayed in this museum.
The city of St John’s was an important venue for the 2007 World Cup and this has also given it international fame.
