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    Port Royal is a town located at the end of the Palisadoes, at the mouth of Kingston Harbour, in southeastern Jamaica. Founded in 1494 by the Spanish, it was once the largest and most prosperous city in the Caribbean, functioning as the centre of shipping and commerce in the Caribbean Sea by the latter half of … See more

    Port Royal has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen climate classification Aw) with a short dry season from January to April and a lengthy wet season … See more

    "360° Virtual Tour". VirtualTravelGlobe.com. Archived from the original on 13 March 2012.
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    The Taino historic indigenous people of the Caribbean occupied this area for centuries before European settlement. They used the area, … See more

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  2. If you are fascinated by the history and legends of pirates, Port Royal is the place for you. This former stronghold of the notorious buccaneers was once known a… See more
    If you are fascinated by the history and legends of pirates, Port Royal is the place for you. This former stronghold of the notorious buccaneers was once known as the 'wickedest city in the world', until a devastating earthquake in 1692 submerged most of it underwater. Today, you can explore the remnants of the old fortifications, visit the museum that displays artifacts from the sunken city, and enjoy the views of the Caribbean Sea. For a refreshing escape, take a boat ride to Lime Cay, a sandy island with clear waters and colorful fish.
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