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Historic Sites Attractions In Antigua

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Antigua , also known as Waladli or Wadadli by the native population, is an island in the West Indies. It is one of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean region and the main island of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. Antigua and Barbuda became an independent state within the Commonwealth of Nations on 1 November 1981.Antigua means ancient in Spanish after an icon in Seville Cathedral, Santa Maria de la Antigua — St. Mary of the Old Cathedral. The name Waladli comes from the indigenous inhabitants and means approximately our own. The island's circumference is roughly 87 km and its area 281 km2 . Its population was 80,161 . The economy is mainly relia...
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  • 4. Fort James St John S
    Fort James is a fort at the entrance to the harbour of St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda. The fort was built to guard St. John's harbour and is one of the many forts built by the British in the 18th century. Fear of a French invasion prompted the construction. It is located on a headland overlooking the town northwesterly. A powder magazine, several cannons and the foundation of the fort's wall remain. The main attraction today is the excellent view of the surrounding harbor. The fort is named after King James II of England. Work on the fort started in 1706, and most of the buildings were built in 1739. In 1773, the fort was armed with 36 guns, and had a barracks which accommodated 75 men. In the 19th century, a gun fired salutes at visiting warships, as well as signals at sunrise and sunset...
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  • 6. Parham St John S
    Parham Football Club is an Antiguan football team playing in the Antigua and Barbuda Premier Division. The club is based in Parham, Antigua.
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