Top Ten Things to See and Do in Grenada

Grenada is one of the most popular Caribbeansprings of the Sallee River. Here, they make a
destinations in North America. Its rich culture iswish. Others claim that visiting the spring is also
something that locals are proud of, and thesomething sacred for them.
festive mood present all year-round is something6.) Water sports
that tourists find contagious, enhancing theirWhether you want to rub elbows with fishes by
experience in the island. It seems that anyonesnorkeling or go deep down and dive, Grenada
who visits will not be lacking in things to do andbeaches are also perfect for your favorite water
sights to see because of the many beautiful spotssports not just for tanning and partying. A good
and year-round festivities Grenada is known for.place to snorkel, too, is the marine park White
1.) Grand Anse White beachesIsland. Be amazed of the myriad varieties of
You visit the Caribbean for its immaculate whiteGuatemala's marine animals.
sandy beaches. Grenada offers you the same.7.) Caribbean Carnival
Grand Anse is a favorite beach destination notOne more reason to visit Grenada is its wild and
only to get the perfect tan under the Caribbeanlively carnival held every year in the third quarter.
sun but also to join in the many parties andStreet dancing, shows, bands among other things
activities that every local and tourist will surelyare always a part of Grenada carnivals. This is a
enjoy.good way to relax and take in the country's rich
2.) Nutmeg Factoriesculture.
Grenada is famous for its spices. Thus, you will8.) Museum of Carriacou
definitely want to see how nutmeg is processedDon't ever leave any place you're visiting for the
and learn how the spices are made. Nutmegfirst time without at least seeing one of its
plantations, as well as cocoa plantations aremuseums. The Carriacou Museum houses some
always part of any tourist's itinerary, and theof the most fascinating relics and works of art
guided tours are simply fascinating andfrom the American Indian peoples. This works of
informative.arts date as far back as the time the island fell
3.) National parksunder France and British rule.
Over a period of more than ten years, Grenada's9.) Fort George
national parks were slowly cultivated to protectThis military edifice was made popular in history
their rainforests first and foremost. Now, thesenot only because it is the first ever built fort in
national parks also protect the coral reefs and thethe island but because it was missed by an
entire ecosystem. Here, you will get to see theAmerican bomb back in the early 1980's.
famous oyster patches which are definitelyUnfortunately, this is also where then Prime
something you would want to see.Minister Bishop was killed by an assassin. Because
4.) Hikingof its history, it has become one of the tourist
Whether you're ready for a full hiking workout ordestinations in the country.
a short trek, you can always try the famous10.) Mount Rich
Mount Sinai. Here, you can also see its beautifulIf you love uncovering ancient artifacts or at least
lake right in its crater. Plus, you will surely get tobeing surrounded by it in the exact place they
see the native floras and faunas of Guatemala.were discovered is an exciting experience, you
5.) Toss a coin, make a wishshouldn't miss Mount Rich in Grenada. You will also
First-time visitors and even those who have beensee stone carvings of the ancient American Indian
in Grenada once before always make it a point torace. What other great way to know of
throw a coin in the fountain found in the hotGuatemala's history than this?