Kingston, located on the southeast coast of the island, is
Jamaica's capital city and the largest English-speaking city in the Caribbean.
Jamaica's capital since 1872 and established some 200 years before, Kingston
holds wonderful surprises for visitors. A city sprawling between the Blue
Mountains and a large natural harbor, its nearly one million citizens run the
Jamaican government and business.
Kingston is
quite a sophisticated focal point for the entire Caribbean. Beaches are west of
town and rest on off-shore cays. Hotels range from top international city
standard to privately operated inns. Kingston showcases Jamaican history and
hosts the University of the West Indies. It also has designer boutiques, live
theater, dance, sporting games, a wide variety of restaurants, discos and reggae
concerts. By the way, blue marlin fishing here is legendary.
Built around the seventh largest natural harbour in the
world, Kingston is known for its wealth of art and cultural activities, and is
renowned as "The Home of Reggae." Many think this old seaport is the
most beautiful part of the island. Its Victorian charm is embedded in high
mountains. lush vegetation, and perfect beach coves between rocky headlands. No
wonder there is a long history of travelers like Errol Flynn - who came to visit
and stayed.
Resorts in Kingston