Basseterre - Wikipedia
WEBBasseterre (/ b æ s ˈ t ɛər /; Saint Kitts Creole: Basterre) is the capital and largest city of Saint Kitts and Nevis with an estimated population of 14,000 in 2018.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Basseterre - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis: See Tripadvisor's 26,090 traveler reviews and photos of Basseterre tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Basseterre. Visit top-rated & …
Basseterre | Saint Kitts and Nevis, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBBasseterre, chief town of St. Kitts (St. Christopher) island and capital of St. Kitts and Nevis, a parliamentary federated state located in the eastern Caribbean. It lies on the island’s southwestern coast, 60 miles (100 km) west of St. John’s, Antigua. Founded in 1627 and rebuilt after being.
15 of the best things to do in St Kitts - Lonely Planet
WEBJan 7, 2024 · The Atlantic-facing beach on the isthmus southeast of Basseterre gets pounded by waves from the open ocean for much of the year. The breakers can offer thrilling swimming, although they also demand respect and caution. Offshore reefs moderate the action slightly, but still, this is the beach to come to for pounding surf.
Plan Your Trip to Basseterre: Best of Basseterre Tourism
WEBNestled between the Caribbean and lush mountains, Basseterre has a long history of colonial struggle that is reflected in its architecture and cultural monuments. The National Museum, St. George's Anglican Church, the Circus area and Independence Square all give glimpses to the city's past.
Basseterre – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBWorthwhile places to see in Basseterre include: 1 Independence Square. (updated Sep 2020) 2 The Circus (Berkeley Memorial). (updated Sep 2020) 3 St. George's Anglican Church. (updated Sep 2020) 4 Basseterre Co-Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. (updated Sep 2020) The Cenotaph.
Saint Kitts and Nevis - Wikipedia
WEBThe capital city is Basseterre, located on the larger island of Saint Kitts. Basseterre is also the main port for passenger entry (via cruise ships) and cargo. The smaller island of Nevis lies approximately 3 km (2 mi) to the southeast of Saint Kitts, across a shallow channel called The Narrows.
Historic Basseterre - St Kitts and Nevis visitor guide
WEBA brief history of Basseterre. In 1627 St Kitts was still “shared” by the French and the British. Basseterre was founded by the French and it served as the French capital. By 1639 the town was a large and successful port, commanding …
All About St Kitts And Nevis | St Kitts
WEBRise ofSugar City 1713 - 1983. In 1712, St. Kitts was ceded to the British through the Treaty of Utrecht. Sugar production skyrocketed under British rule, and by 1776, the island had become the richest British colony in the Caribbean. The production of sugar continued to play a crucial role in the island’s economy, even after the abolishment ...
Basseterre - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
WEBBasseterre / bæsˈtɛər /, is the capital city of the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, also called St Kitts and Nevis, in the West Indies. Basseterre port is at 17°18′N 62°44′W, on the south western coast of Saint Kitts Island. It is one of the chief commercial depots of the Leeward Islands.
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