Historical Places & Attactions
This famous structure was rebuilt in 1897 after being destroyed by fire. Prior to its new name and structure, it was originally built in 1715 and is located in downtown Kingston.
What is Ward Theatre?
This person once famously said 'tan a yuh yaad'.
Who is Andrew Holness?
This was the first town in Jamaica to have electricity and a road-worthy car.
What is Black River?
She is the winner of the 2024 Jamaica Festival Song Competition.
Who is Kimiela 'Candy' Isaacs?
The original inhabitants of Jamaica gave the island this name, which comes from the meaning 'land of wood and water'.
What is Xaymaca?
This mountain is located in eastern Jamaica. It was once home to the Windward Maroons, who escaped slavery and formed their own community in the mountains.
What are the John Crow Mountains?
This team made history by advancing to the knockout stage of two FIFA World Cup tournaments.
Who are the Reggae Girlz?
In 1865, this national hero led protests against the court settlement of a land dispute. This was a key event in the fight against colonial injustice in Jamaica.
Who is Paul Bogle?
This classic Jamaican soap opera aired from 1993 to 2002 and was a hit among local audiences. It recently returned to local television screens in September 2023.
What is Royal Palm Estate?
Hailing from Wales, this pirate was knighted by King Charles II and also served as Governor of Jamaica twice!
Who is Sir Henry Morgan?
This luminous lagoon is found on the north coast of Jamaica. Only four places in the world house this magical attraction; however, this lagoon is the brightest of them all due to Jamaica's more consistent climate.
What is the Glistening Waters?
This city was named a UNESCO Creative City of Music in 2015 and continues to be a cultural hub.
What is Kingston?
In 2010, there was a violent clash between Jamaica's military and police forces and armed gangs who showed loyalty to this major drug lord.
Who is Christopher "Dudus" Coke?
She was crowned Miss World 2019 and is the longest-reigning Miss World in the history of the pageant.
Who is Toni-Ann Singh?
England and Spain signed this treaty to end their feud and formally recognize English control over Jamaica.
What is the Treaty of Madrid?
This world-famous playing field was named after a slave woman who was buried on the grounds after paying the ultimate price as part of her battle for freedom from slavery.
What is Sabina Park?
She was the first ever Jamaican woman to win an Olympic gold medal when she won the 400m hurdles at the 1996 Olympics, breaking the Olympic record, which stood until 2004.
Who is Deon Hemmings?
This was the first television station established in Jamaica, one year after gaining its independence.
What is JBC TV?
She is a renowned sculptor known for her outstanding contributions and leadership in the Jamaican Arts. She married her first cousin, who was once a Prime Minister of Jamaica.
Who is Edna Manley?
This was one of the largest slave uprisings in Jamaica during the 18th-century colonial period, named after the enslaved African leader who led it.
What is Tacky's War?
This was the first fort built by the British in the 17th century. In 1667, the fort had 36 guns and by 1765 it had 104 guns and a garrison with 500 men.
What is Fort Charles?
This British writer wrote all his James Bond novels at his Jamaican home, which is close to the airport named in his honour.
Who is Ian Fleming?
This was the first Jamaican to be awarded the honour of National Hero while alive.
Who is Sir Alexander Bustamante?
This singer and songwriter is a three-time Grammy Award winner and is known as one of the most important reggae artists ever.
Who is Bunny Wailer?
This pirate is famous for his Jolly Roger flag and his association with female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read. He was captured by the British and hanged in Port Royal.
Who is John "Calico Jack" Rackham?