Very many who come to this island for the purpose of recreation or travel are met by the capital of Jamaica - the city of Kingston, which is surrounded by the charming Blue Mountains and the calm waters of the harbor, protected by a narrow and long strait.
The capital of Jamaica was founded in the 17th century by the English colonialists and gained fame as a very large center for the slave trade throughout the West Indies. At the beginning of the 20th century, the city of Kingston, as a result of natural disasters, turned into ruins, and with them the masterpieces of Old English architecture disappeared. But through the heroic efforts of the people of Jamaica, the city rose from ruins, and is currently the cultural, transport and commercial center of the state.
The seaport of Kingston passes through almost all the goods that Jamaica exports or imports. The nearby Poliseidos airport receives international flights from all over the world, and the famous University of the West Indies trains students from many countries located in the Caribbean.
In this city, the main attractions of Jamaica are concentrated, the inspection of which will bring a lot of pleasure and impressions. Aftervisiting the Museum of the History of the State, the house-museum of the famous Bob Marley, as well as the main residence of the ruler of the country, you will have something to tell your family and friends. The resorts of Jamaica have many hotels to stay, different both in price and in the range of services provided. These can be modern hotels with chic bars, swimming pools, restaurants and discos, or secluded small hotels. But whatever your preferences, the capital of Jamaica will treat you with hospitality and provide all the opportunities for a good rest.
Water sports such as windsurfing, water skiing, yacht racing are very popular on this island, and diving is especially exciting. Even if you are not a very big diving specialist, at the local school you can get training under the guidance of experienced instructors and enjoy watching the underwater world of flora and fauna. And even if the capital of Jamaica is not considered the most first-class resort of this state, in any case, it will give you a lot of different experiences and a unique tan.
To really have a good rest with the whole family, as well as with friends, you need to go to the northwestern region of the island, where the Montego Bay resort area is located. The length of the coastline at this resort is more than sixteen kilometers. So the famous beaches of Jamaica - Cornwall, Mosquito Cove, Doctor Cave - attract vacationers, tourists and travelers with their cleanliness and snow-white sand. Lovers have plentyfun and active relaxation, Montego Bay offers a vibrant nightlife with discos, bars and nightclubs open until the early hours. Couples can enjoy quiet evening walks with children in the resort's beautiful park or have a relaxing time fishing. You can not deny yourself the pleasure of visiting the Blue Lagoon - one of the attractions of Jamaica, which attracts tourists from all over the world.
