| First colonized in 1612, the island
of Bermuda still retains a very distinctive British flavour.
Bermuda is a destination for the discerning traveler.
Pastel coloured cottage colonies, beautifully appointed
inns, hotels and bed & breakfasts await you.
Visitors can tee off at some of the world's finest
golf courses - seven in all, dive in some of the 400
plus shipwrecks or snorkel off one of the beautiful
pink beaches. The island also boasts over 100 tennis
courts.
If you can get away from the beaches or the golf course,
head to Bermuda's historic capital, Hamilton. Here you'll
find fine dining and shopping. Or head to St. George's
in the East End. St. George's is the oldest continiously
inhabited town of English origin in Western Hemisphere.
It has impressive Bermudan architecture, a number of
British forts and presents a mixture of the island's
cultural, social, historical traditions. Don't forget
to visit the museums and art and craft galleries scattered
around the island.
A must-see is the Royal Naval Dockyard - the most visited
tourist attraction on the island. Spend an afternoon
here strolling through this complex where you'll find
the ornate clock tower, 30 foot ramparts compltete with
portcullis, the 19th century Victualling Yard and a
variety of shops and exhibitions.
Getting around Bermuda is easy. Take a scenic ride
on one of the punctual pink and blue public buses or
explore this tiny 21 square mile island by moped.
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