Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2017 | Page 285

Fort George
Originally named Fort Royal when built by the
French in 1706, on taking control of the island
in 1763, the British renamed this fort that was
built to protect the harbor, Fort George. This
is Grenada’s oldest fort and although parts of
it today are used by the Grenada Police Force,
the rest is open to visitors. Views from the fort’s
vantage point include the international airport,
Grand Anse beach, parts of the downtown
capital and the cruise ship terminal.
Photo Credit: Tony Hisgett
The Carenage
The Carenage is the name that has been given to
the picturesque inner horseshoe shaped harbor
of St. George. With many shops and restaurants
along the waterfront, this place is usually buzzing
with activity and many visitors relax a while here
watching the loading and unloading of wooden
schooners and also chatting with the locals. The
Carenage houses the site of the bronze Christ of
the Deep statue which was donated by a cruise
line for assistance the island rescue services
provided.
Morne Rouge Bay
Located near the southern tip of Grenada,
Morne Rouge Bay’s beach may not be the
most popular on Grenada but its 1.5 kilometer
of white sandy beach, fringed by lush foliage,
and the sands splashed by jade-green waters
makes for a quieter and more peaceful beach
experience. This may also be a good choice
for families as the other, perhaps better
beaches, may be more crowded.
Photo Credit: Tony Hisgett