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For many years, the capital of Barbados flew the Union Jack until it gained independence in 1966. Influences of Britain remain, however, in Bridgetown where landmarks, cuisine and architecture have retained hints of the Empire. The town is located in the southwest of Barbados, which is a relatively small island in the Lesser Antilles (166 square miles in size).

In former times, Bridgetown was a hub of activity for island trading vessels, which would have docked at the deep water harbour. There is also a small canal that runs in the centre of the city called Constitution River, or informally “Careenage”, which is just large enough for fishing vessels and pleasure craft that can run up under two bridges and gain a unique perspective of this quaint colonial city.

Two prime shopping locations are Broad Street, which is the main street in the city and dotted with department stores, duty-free shops and banks, and the Bayshore Complex, which is a mall outside the city limits. Some popular sites of interest include the Barbados Parliament buildings that date back to 1639. Another historic site is the National Heroes Square (formerly Trafalgar Square), which contains a statue of Admiral Lord Nelson, erected to commemorate the British navy’s victory during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

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