Der Parkplatz für Tourbusse und Autos erfordert das Fahren eines steilen Hügels ohne Leitplanken. Seien Sie daher beim Fahren vorsichtig. Während die Aussicht von der Ebene der Hauptfestung immer noch hervorragend ist, müssen Besucher 30 Stufen hinaufsteigen, um die Spitze der Festung zu erreichen. Der Videoteil des Besuchs ist optional, wenn Sie lieber nur durch die Festung wandern möchten.
Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park is located on the west coast of St. Kitts, about 11 miles (18 kilometers) from Basseterre’s city center. Drive or take a taxi, since there is no public transportation that reaches the fortress. Expect about 20 minutes on the road. The parking area requires driving a steep hill that doesn’t have guardrails—be sure to use caution if driving.
The fortress is open daily from morning until evening. Peak season runs from December to April, during which time the biggest event of the year, National Carnivalxa0 (also known as Sugar Mas), ignites the island in the run up to Christmas and New Year. For a more quiet time, visit between May and July when crowds dwindle and temperatures are hot and humid.
Due to its height, extraordinary design, and construction of volcanic rock, the British garrison was known as “the Gibraltar of the West Indies”. But its strength was tested in the late 18th century when the French invaded. First neighboring Nevis surrendered, and after one month of a bloody siege, Brimstone Hill Fortress’s surrender followed. A year later, the Treaty of Paris was signed, returning control of the fort and St. Kitts back to British rule.
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