Barbados’s story is a tapestry woven with tales of resilience, triumph, and cultural richness. From its indigenous Amerindian roots to the arrival of European settlers in the 16th century, including the English and Portuguese, the island’s history is marked by periods of colonization and struggle. Barbados became a British colony in the 17th century and played a pivotal role in the transatlantic slave trade. Despite this dark chapter, the island’s people emerged with a spirit of endurance and a vibrant cultural identity. Today, remnants of its colonial past stand alongside vibrant local traditions, creating a unique blend of old-world charm and Caribbean vibrancy.
Barbados, island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, situated about 100 miles (160 km) east of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Roughly triangular in shape, the island measures some 20 miles (32 km) from northwest to southeast and about 15 miles (25 km) from east to west at its widest point. Read More>
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