Part of the Windward Islands, Barbados is the easternmost country in the Lesser Antilles chain. Though just 166 square miles, this enchanting destination boasts a richly diverse topography evenly distributed across its 11 parishes. Comparatively to all other islands in the Caribbean that are volcanically formed, Barbados, with its predominant coral foundation, is relatively flat with gentle rolling hills whose highest point crests at Mount Hillaby, 1,116 feet above sea level.

The western, southern and southeasterly shores of Barbados are rich with placid waters and flawless sands, while the wind-swept eastern coastline greets the uneven temperament of the Atlantic with a stoic resolve and the sheer coral and limestone cliffs of the island’s northern tip stand guard against the advances of the oncoming surf. Inland, the lush mosaic of greenery consists of vibrant forests and fertile farmland. With both being generous in their respective harvests of tropical blossoms and perennial sugarcane.

Part of the Windward Islands, Barbados is the easternmost country in the Lesser Antilles chain. Though just 166 square miles, this enchanting destination boasts a richly diverse topography evenly distributed across its 11 parishes. Comparatively to all other islands in the Caribbean that are volcanically formed, Barbados, with its predominant coral foundation, is relatively flat with gentle rolling hills whose highest point crests at Mount Hillaby, 1,116 feet above sea level.

The western, southern and southeasterly shores of Barbados are rich with placid waters and flawless sands, while the wind-swept eastern coastline greets the uneven temperament of the Atlantic with a stoic resolve and the sheer coral and limestone cliffs of the island’s northern tip stand guard against the advances of the oncoming surf. Inland, the lush mosaic of greenery consists of vibrant forests and fertile farmland. With both being generous in their respective harvests of tropical blossoms and perennial sugarcane.

Formed by the collapsed roofs of caves, Welchman Hall Gully, in the parish of St. Thomas, is a unique combination of tropical forest mixed with native and exotic plants that allows visitors the chance to experience what it must have been like to be on island 300 years ago. You need Flash version 9.0.23 or higher to view this site. We target 9.0.23 because 9.0.16 has so many issues with video events.