Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites

The fortified Georgian dockyard features deep harbors, stone buildings, and maritime facilities spread across 255 hectares along the Caribbean coastline.

The British Royal Navy established this strategic Caribbean base in 1704, using African enslaved labor to construct facilities for ship maintenance and defense.

The dockyard complex represents centuries of maritime traditions, naval engineering, and Caribbean colonial influences through its architecture and archaeological elements.

The site includes informative guided tours, historical exhibits, naval museums, and designated viewing points that detail the complex's military and maritime functions.

Natural highlands surrounding the deep bays created an exceptional hurricane shelter, making this location particularly valuable for British naval operations.

Location: Saint Paul Parish

Inception: 1704

GPS coordinates: 17.00455,-61.76007

Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:40