Trinidad and Tobago

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Trinidad and Tobago's Essential Wonders

Trinidad and Tobago’s landscape features unique geological sites like the La Brea Pitch Lake, the world’s largest natural asphalt deposit, and the bubbling Piparo Mud Volcano. Cultural landmarks include the Beaux-Arts Red House parliament building and the Waterloo Temple in the Sea. The islands' biodiversity is showcased at the Caroni Bird Sanctuary and the Royal Botanic Gardens. From the secluded Paria Waterfall to the rainforest-fringed Maracas Beach and historical Fort King George, these sites represent the dual-island nation's natural environment and colonial history.

Trinidad and Tobago's Essential Wonders — Map

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La Brea Pitch Lake

The Pitch Lake is the largest natural deposit of asphalt in the world, estimated to contain 10 million tons.

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National Museum & Art Gallery

The National Museum and Art Gallery is the national museum of Trinidad and Tobago, in Port of Spain on Trinidad island.

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Paria Waterfall

One of the more secluded waterfalls. The way here might be quite a hike, but the sight of the breath-taking waterfall is a great reward.

Mariordo (Mario Roberto Duran Ortiz) / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Maracas Beach

This gorgeous beach is surrounded by lush rainforest. Perhaps the most scenic beach on all of the islands.

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Pigeon Point Beach

Pigeon Point is also known as Pigeon Point Heritage Park and is often considered Tobago’s most beautiful beach and is home to the world…

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Royal Botanic Gardens

The Royal Botanic Gardens in Trinidad and Tobago is located in Port of Spain.

Jean-Marc /Jo BeLo/Jhon-John / CC BY 2.0

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Queen's Park Savannah

The former sugar estate is nowadays the town's most popular park for both exercise and various events.

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The Red House

The Red House is the seat of Parliament in Trinidad and Tobago. The architectural design of the Red House is of Beaux-Arts style.

Chris Fitzpatrick / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Caroni Bird Sanctuary

This vast swamp is one of the islands' most diverse ecosystems, best known for the many species of birds found here. Do not miss.

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Chacachacare

Chacachacare is an island in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, located at 10° 41' north latitude and 61° 45' west longitude.

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Fort King George

A well-kept fort that used to belong to the British. Fun to explore and there's even a little museum.

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Piparo Mud Volcano

One of the island's natural curiosities. The bubbling mud both inside and around the volcano sure is a strange sight.

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Waterloo Temple in the Sea

An awe-inspiring Hindu temple built right in the sea. Truly a fascinating sight - go inside if you can.

Chris Fitzpatrick / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Saint Benedict's Roman Catholic Church

Home to a peaceful monastery and one of the oldest monk communities in the Caribbean. Beautiful views and serene atmosphere.

DizzyNN / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Emperor Valley Zoo

The Emperor Valley Zoo is the only zoo in Trinidad and Tobago. It is located North of the Queen's Park Savannah and West of the Royal…

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Piarco International Airport

Piarco International Airport is an international airport serving the island of Trinidad and is one of two international airports in…

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A.N.R. Robinson International Airport

A. N. R. Robinson International Airport is an international airport located on Crown Point, Tobago in Trinidad and Tobago.

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