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Scenic Drive to Pigeon Point and Beach - SL78
Begin with a scenic drive through the city of Castries to Morne Fortune offering a wonderful photo opportunity. View the ancient art of Batik at Caribelle and travel through the countryside to Pigeon Island for a visit of the National park, a mini-museum and a drink. Cozy beaches invite sunbathers to relax.
The tour begins with a scenic drive through the centre of Castries to Morne Fortune. Here, you will marvel at the superb, sweeping view of the city and the spectacular mountain range that extends across the island. At Caribelle Batik, you can observe skilled craftsmen creating beautiful, intricate batik designs. The unique fabrics produced are made into lovely, cool casual wear that you may like to purchase.
Then travel north through farming villages to Pigeon Island National Landmark to visit the historical park, explore the ruins, walk up to Fort Rodney, sunbathe on a cozy beach or swim in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. A refreshing drink will be served at the Jambe de Bois restaurant, named after the famous French pirate who used this site as a hide out in the 17th century. It was also here that Admiral Rodney set sail in 1782 to destroy the French fleet in one of the most decisive sea battles in European history.
