Kingston the capital of Jamaica is located between the banks of the east coast and the gigantic Blue Mountains. It the home to over half a million Jamaicans and a bustling city that is of deep and outstanding contrasts. Kingston is not the resort paradise like that found on the north coast but it provides a whole lot more to the traveler who seeks to experience a real Jamaican holiday. Kingston Jamaica has a variety of unique Jamaican cultural experience to offer, and here are ten places to visit while visiting Kingston Jamaica.

1. Bob Marley Museum - Bob Marley Museum only twenty-minute away from Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston. If you're a recording artist, producer, or a spirited tourist, this is a great place to see. The museum was built in recognition of reggae icon Bob Marley and was his former residence. The property also home to Tuff Gong recording studio.

2. Hotel Four Seasons – This hotel stands as a symbol of the Jamaican European heritage and culture of the country. Hotel Four Seasons was built from one of Jamaica's Edwardian homes in the city. This vacation property was formerly a private home with a sequence of contemporary wings, courtyards, tropical gardens, and fountains and is place with history and not just a great place for vacations.

3. Emancipation Park – The beautiful park is filled with beautiful tropical trees and flowers. The park was built as a symbol of freedom for the Jamaican people. The Redemption Song Monument depicts the statue of a man and a woman standing in a pool of water looking towards the sky bears the phrase 'None but ourselves can free our mind". The park is a place of peace and tranquil in the city of Kingston.

4. Kingston Parish Church - Builted around 1911 the Kingston Parish Church is beautiful Jamaican monument. The original building was destroyed in the earthquake of 1907 which also destroyed Port Royal. The clock tower on the church was built after World War 1 in memory of those who died. Among the interesting monuments in the church are those to Admiral John Benbow, English naval officer based at Port Royal in 1702 and John Wolmer, wealthy Kingston goldsmith who left money in his will to build a school. The Church has a statue of St. Mary, a gift from the Chinese and the statue of St. Thomas, a gift from the Syrians. Precious relics are located here, including a collection of church plates from 1701 and a French chalice from 1689. Members of the Royal Family have worshipped here including Queen Elizabeth II.

5. Fort Charles - The first fort to be built in Port Royal was Fort Charles. It was built in the late 1650-60 and was initially known as Fort Cromwell but was renamed Fort Charles. The fort had 36 guns and by 1765 it had 104 guns and a garrison with 500 men. The fort was built in the shape of a ship, mostly surrounded by water. Fort Charles is also home to The Fort Charles Maritime Museum.

6. Rock Fort Mineral Spa - The origins of the Rock Fort Spa is unsure, but it is believed to have appeared following the 1907 earthquake that destroyed Port Royal. The water which is very radioactive is piped from a cold spring in the surrounding hills. The spa has several private spas and one public spa, supplied with warm water, and a large swimming pool. The Rock Fort Mineral Spa is thought to have medicinal or therapeutic properties.

7. Devon House – Built by Jamaica's first millionaire (black) the Devon House Mansion is a great example of nineteenth (19th) century domestic architecture in Jamaica. It is a beautifully place and key source of appeal and relaxation. The history of this house goes as far back as to the 17th Century. The wonderful appeal of Devon House lays its beautifully restored rooms, with their antique furniture and lovely decorations, and in the shops selling craft items, and real Jamaican pastry and food. It is a major source of pride for many Jamaicans.

8. National Heroes Park - This Park now stands was once one of the most popular spots in Kingston. It is now a beautiful botanical garden which features many monuments and is a permanent place for honoring Jamaican heroes whose monuments are erected in an area known as the Shrine. Another section, reserved for the burial of prime ministers and patriots. This park has a long history, with many interesting events.

9. Blue Mountains – Standing at 2,255.8metres (7402 feet) the Blue Mountain Peak Jamaica's highest point. This is the site of Jamaica's first National Park. The mountain range covers three parishes: St. Andrew, St. Thomas and Portland. The flora and fauna to be found on the mountains are very varied and indigenous to Jamaica. Indigenous plants like the Portlandia Grandiflora lives there.

10. The Quad – Quad night Club is Jamaica's only multi level night club. This night club has four levels; Christopher's Jazz Café plays jazz music in an elegant surrounding ,The Oxygen Night club which plays mainly retro 60's, 70's 80's 90's Jamaican dancehall music to a very young crowd, The Voodoo lounge is a retro Kingston Jamaica club and lounge that has a North American night club style. The other level is Taboo which is located in the basement.

Jamaica is a great country and Kingston is definitely a place to visit because it has many pleasures to offer to both young vibrant and the contemporary person. There are many more beautiful and attractive places in the city like the Hope Botanical Garden but you have to discover it for yourself. Kingston is like a treasure with a lot of hidden jewels.


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