Sites to look for in Christiansted

Christiansted has been called the picture-book harbor of the Caribbean; a natural reef just offshore assures a haven for yachts and smaller pleasure craft.

A Historical Tour of Christiansted Ask for the "Walking Tour Guide" at the Division of Tourism. Be sure to bring your camera, for places to visit include:

Fort Christiansvaern
 Built in 1774 to protect the town's harbor, the handsomely restored Fort has battlements to photograph and dungeons to visit. Small admission fee.

Government House  
Impressive and imposing, a beautiful example of Danish architecture, this structure dates back to 1747. You can go inside, and walk up the majestic staircase to the magnificently appointed Ballroom.

Outdoor Market
If you're putting together a picnic, here's the place to visit. The people of the island bring their fruits and vegetables to sell here. You can get mangos, papayas and many other delicious things.

Steeple Building
 Here is where you'll find a small museum of Arawak and Carib artifacts, and a display on the workings of a sugar plantation. There also is an interesting chronology of the African people's history in the Virgin  Islands; and the history of the diverse architectural styles throughout the  centuries.  The Old Customs House is being used as an Art Gallery for art exhibits all year round.

Churches
 You'll also want to visit some of the lovely old churches in  town, including the Gothic St. John's Anglican Church and the huge Moravian Church (the oldest of their sect under the American flag).

More to see:

• Christiansted
• Fredricksted
• Churches of St Croix