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Best of Saint John

Saint John’s historic landscape is defined by its colonial defenses and religious architecture. This selection features 18th-century British fortifications like Fort James, known for its well-preserved cannons, and the hilltop ruins of Fort Barrington. The city’s spiritual heritage is represented by the twin-towered St. John’s Cathedral and the modernist, octagonal Holy Family Cathedral. For a deeper look into the island's past, the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda showcases national history within the city's oldest used building.

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St. John's Cathedral

St. John's Cathedral also known as the St. John the Divine, the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of North Eastern Caribbean and Aruba, is…

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Fort James

18th-century British fort featuring historic ruins, cannons, and a powder magazine. It provides panoramic views of the harbor and Caribbean Sea.

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Fort Barrington

Historic 18th-century military fortification ruins situated on a hilltop. This national park site features a circular battery and barracks while providing panoramic views of the surrounding harbor.

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Museum Of Antigua & Barbuda

The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda is a museum in St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda.

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Holy Family Cathedral

Catholic cathedral completed in 1987 that serves as the seat of the Diocese of Saint John's–Basseterre. It functions as a central place of worship and community hub for the local parish.

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