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Antigua und Barbuda

Geheimtipps in Antigua und Barbuda

Hidden Ruins and Caves

Explore the architectural history of Antigua and Barbuda through its colonial-era sugar mills and military fortifications. This collection features the restored stone windmills of Betty’s Hope, the island's first large sugar plantation, alongside the 18th-century military ruins of Shirley Heights, including the Blockhouse and Officers Quarters. The list also includes the remote sea caves of Redonda, such as Centaur's Cave and The World’s End, offering a glimpse into the region's geological formations and abandoned industrial past.

Hidden Ruins and Caves — Karte
A

Betty's Hope Mill No. 1

Restored stone windmill at Antigua's first large-scale sugar plantation, established in 1674. It features functional sails and serves as the centerpiece of an open-air museum.
B

Betty's Hope Mill No. 2

The unrestored counterpart to Mill No. 1, this stone structure remains in its ruined state, illustrating the original condition of the plantation’s industrial infrastructure.
C

The Blockhouse

Late 18th-century military ruins overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Indian Creek. Originally built as a defensive lookout and barracks within the Shirley Heights fortification complex.
D

The Ridge and Artillery Quarters

Stone remnants of the 18th-century military garrison at Shirley Heights. These ruins once housed the artillery units responsible for defending English Harbour.
E

Officers Quarters

Ruins of the residential quarters for high-ranking military personnel stationed at Shirley Heights during the colonial era.
F

Centaur's Cave

A natural sea cave located on the rugged, uninhabited volcanic island of Redonda.
G

The World's End

A remote cave formation situated on the cliffs of Redonda, accessible primarily by boat.
H

Westcott Tower

A historic stone windmill base, a remnant of the island's extensive 18th-century sugar production infrastructure.
I

Longford Sugar Mill

Ruins of a colonial-era sugar processing facility, featuring the remains of the stone mill structure.
Betty's Hope Mill No. 1
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The Blockhouse

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