| The island is a non-volcanic origin whose main | | | | the Sanctuary Store. The facilities and amenities |
| component is primarily limestone coral; the island | | | | of the garden are modern and well-organized, |
| nation is part of the rare chasm of the North | | | | thus making sure that every visitor feels |
| Atlantic Ocean submarine mountain range. The | | | | welcome and comfortable. |
| island is the only part of the underwater mountain | | | | Barbados Wildlife Reserve |
| that rises from the sea. | | | | The Wildlife Reserve is an animal kingdom. This is |
| The first European settlers of the island is of | | | | an area where each animal is left free to roam on |
| debate; most people state that the first | | | | their own at their own pleasure. No cages, no |
| Europeans ever to set foot in the island were the | | | | walls prohibit them from going to places where |
| Spaniards, however some historians say that the | | | | they want to. Offering you a chance to see them |
| Portuguese were the first ones on the island. The | | | | live in the most natural landscape they can, the |
| name itself "Barbados" means bearded ones; it is | | | | reserve protects these animals from being |
| also of constant debate as some say it was | | | | harmed intentionally. |
| based on the hanging trees that looked like | | | | Described as a tropical haven, the reserve is a |
| bearded figures; however some say that it was | | | | site that draws hundreds of visitors daily. The |
| based on the indigenous people who lived in the | | | | tropical haven is an idea that entices them to see |
| island. | | | | these creatures living life as free animals. |
| Regardless of the history of the island, it is one of | | | | Ocean Park |
| the richest tourism centers in the Caribbean. The | | | | Ocean Park exists to preserve the natural |
| many natural wonders of the island provide some | | | | underwater marine life in the region. It is a marine |
| of the most scenic and breathtaking wonders in | | | | aquarium that offers its visitors a chance to relax |
| the world. Botanical gardens and natural preserves | | | | and view the underwater wonders of the island. |
| abound the region and draws thousands of | | | | The Preserve offers displays of aquatic animals in |
| tourists every year. | | | | their own natural habitat with a beautiful |
| Barbados Graeme Hall | | | | background garden setting. The Park gives you a |
| The Graeme Hall is one of the largest garden | | | | chance to spend a day with your family and have |
| preserves in the island. It measures to 35 acres | | | | some fun while enjoying the marine life in the |
| of pure natural oasis with mangroves and a sedge | | | | island. |
| swamp in the area. Take a tour of the preserve | | | | Barbados holiday gives you a chance to explore all |
| and get to see the last natural wildlife habitat in | | | | these natural wonders without the hassles and |
| the island nation. Main attractions in the Graeme | | | | pollutions of the modern world. Nature at its finest |
| Hall include the Gully Habitat, Marshland and the | | | | is what the island offers its most frequent |
| Amazon Aviaries. Each site offers you a chance | | | | visitors; just watching these great animals at their |
| to experience the wildlife in its own natural living | | | | own habitat gives you a chance to appreciate the |
| spaces. | | | | wonders of nature. |
| Educational accessories and tools are available at | | | | |