Town of St. George and Related Fortifications

Town of St. George and Related Fortifications

Bermuda is located in the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean, approximately 917 kilometers from South Carolina on the east coast of the United States. It consists of seven main islands and more than 150 smaller islands and reefs. The islands were first discovered by the Spanish explorer Juan de Bermúdez in 1503. In 1684, they became a British colony and are among the earliest British colonies in the Commonwealth. In March 1940, Britain and the United States signed an Administrative Agreement, under which the U.S. leased the islands of Morgan’s Point, Tucker’s Town, and St. David’s for 99 years in exchange for some old destroyers. In 1957, British forces finally withdrew from Bermuda. The islands gained internal self-governance in 1968.

The Town of St. George is situated on the southern coast of St. George’s Island in the northern part of Bermuda. Founded in 1612, it once served as the capital of Bermuda and still retains the classic architectural style of an early British colonial town. Notable historic sites include St. Peter’s Church, built in the early 17th century, and several coastal fortifications around the town, such as Fort Victoria, Fort Cunningham, and Fort Albert. These fortifications exemplify the development of British military defensive engineering from the 17th to the 20th century, vividly illustrating the evolution of military defense during that period.

Foreign name: Historic Town of St George and Related Fortifications, Bermuda

Must-visit reason: Among the earliest British colonies in the Commonwealth

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Britain[Britain]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Bermuda [Bermuda]