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Three Quick Tips
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Discover the meaning of "Out of Many, One People". Jamaica's ancestry can be traced back to Spain, England, Africa, Asia, India, the Middle East and of course, our island. The best way to get an overview of Jamaica’s rich heritage is through experiencing our diverse cultural influences firsthand through our cuisines, music, dance, art and sights. |
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Learn more on a guided tour. There are various local organisations that offer walking tours with knowledgeable guides. Since Jamaica has such a rich, layered history, it's impossible to see everything in one visit. Research ahead of time the sites you want to visit, and plan your itinerary accordingly. |
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There's a lot to learn in little-known places. Want to experience the authentic Jamaica? Visit Jamaica's small villages outside major tourist destinations. Whether you tour a traditional Maroon town in the highlands or walk through Bob Marley’s hometown, Nine Mile - travelling off the beaten path will be worth your while. |
Spotlight On
Established
in 1769, Falmouth is the capital of the northern parish in Trelawny. The town
is 18 miles east of Montego Bay. It was named after Falmouth in Cornwall,
England, the birthplace of Sir William Trelawny, the then Governor of Jamaica. > Learn More
| So you’re coming to Jamaica and you wonder what Jamaicans do with their time. Well, given the complexities of Jamaican society, one can spend forever learning about our people and culture. > Learn More
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Clark’s Town is located in the heart of the Trelawny sugar belt, and is a busy rural town with an interesting history. After the emancipation of slaves in Jamaica in the mid-19th century, the owner of the Swandswick Estate, Mr G.M. Clarke, donated a thirty-acre tract of land on the edge of his estate to be used for the development of a “Free Village”. The village at the time was structured in the traditional free village style, with a centrally located church and the houses of mainly sugar estate workers. > Learn More
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Blackbeard:
Edward Teach, the notorious pirate known as Blackbeard was born in Spanish Town 'of very creditable parents.' He went to sea at age 15 and drifted into piracy. By the turn of the 18th century he was in command of his own vessel. Blackbeard was so called because he had a beard so huge that he twisted it into tails and tied it with ribbons. Adding to his ferocious appearance, he also stick fuses under his hat and light them as he battle. It was said that he is supposed to have had 14 wives.
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