Cool facts about Barbados

Posted on Aug 25, 2025 / Travel

Barbados is the easternmost island in the Caribbean, giving it unique sunrise views over the Atlantic Ocean.
It is famous for its rum production, with Mount Gay Rum being the oldest rum brand in the world.
Crane Beach, one of the island’s most popular beaches, is consistently ranked among the world’s top beaches.
Barbados has a rich colonial history, visible in sites like St. Nicholas Abbey and historic Bridgetown.
The island celebrates Crop Over, a festival marking the end of the sugar cane harvest, with music, dancing, and colorful costumes.
Flying fish is a national symbol and a staple of Barbadian cuisine.
Barbados has one of the highest literacy rates in the Caribbean, exceeding 99%.
The island is home to the Barbados Wildlife Reserve, which protects green monkeys and other native species.

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