Fort Charles

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Meilleur moment pour visiter

Early morning around 9am, before the cruise ships arrive and the temperature becomes unbearable. Weekdays are far less crowded than weekends.

Conseils budget

Entrance ticket costs around 5-8 USD for adults, children are significantly cheaper. No free days, but local guides are included in the price and provide a much richer experience.

Recommandé pour

History and pirate enthusiasts, Photographers, Families with children, Solo travelers who enjoy off-the-beaten-path attractions

Planifiez votre visite

1-2 hours

À propos

Faits rapides: Nekadašnje uporište legendarnog pirata Henrija Morgana, danas je najstariji sačuvani engleski zidani fort na Jamajci. Njegovi debeli zidovi od koralnog kamena i dalje čuvaju 22 topa koji su nekada branili ulaz u luku Kingston.

Points forts: Les murs sont construits en pierre de corail au lieu du calcaire ordinaire, ce qui leur confère une texture unique et une couleur éclatante au soleil. À l'intérieur de la forteresse, on sent encore l'odeur de la poudre à canon et de la mer, et la meilleure photo se prend à l'heure dorée lorsque le soleil traverse les embrasures des canons.

Conseils d'initiés

Bring closed-toe shoes because the coral stone floor can be sharp and uneven.
The best cannon photos are taken in the early afternoon when the light casts long shadows through the gun ports.
Skip the souvenir shop at the entrance and instead have coconut water from the vendor across from the fortress.
Arrive exactly at 9am before the heat sets in and the cruise groups fill the space.