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Soaking Up The Sun And Taking In The Sites In Aruba
n addition to white sand warrant a visit. The Guadirikiri
beaches and Caribbean Cave is famous for its dual
beauty, Aruba has a wealth sunlit chambers that create a
of history and exceptional sites picture perfect backdrop. The
to offer. Though you may not want Fontein Cave is the most popular
to leave your plush beach resort, of the caves being one of the
you should certainly explore some most accessible sites with Arawak
of these sites located throughout Indian drawings. The Huliba Cave,
the island. Here are some helpful known as the Tunnel of Love,
travel tips for the adventurous features a heart-shaped opening
traveler. and an expansive 300-foot long
passage.
Throughout the 15th and 16th One of Aruba’s most photographed
centuries, adventurers traveled sites, the California Lighthouse
throughout the Caribbean in is named for the famous wreck off
search of wealth and treasures. these same shorelines. Located at
One of the most precious sites of the northwestern tip of the
that era was the island of Oro island, the terrain surrounding
Ruba, or red gold. Today, the the lighthouse features both
island of Aruba retains traces of dramatic rock shorelines and
this colorful history, courtesy rolling sand dunes.
of remains from the Bushiribana
and Balashi gold mining The bizarre rock formations of
operations and longstanding Aruba are another worthwhile site
pirate lore. as they are truly unlike anything
you can find at home. The area
The caves of Aruba are commonly surrounding the Casibari Boulders
cited by locals as former pirate has several trails, offering some
hideouts, though each site is of the best views of the island
visually fascinating enough to from atop the stones. The Ayo
Rock Formations are often than natural splendor. In
compared to the fictional town of addition to excellent shopping
Bedrock from “The Flinstones.” opportunities, Aruba’s capital of
Once an ancient settlement, Oranjestad features a number of
petroglyphs are visible on many distinctive museums. The
of the boulders. Historical Museum, situated in
the oldest building in Aruba,
The Government of Aruba has displays a fascinating collection
dedicated approximately 18% of ranging from indigenous artifacts
the island to the Arikok National to Spanish and Dutch colonial
Park. With miles of walking items. To learn more about
trails, this public park is the Aruba’s past, visit the
centerpiece of Aruba’s Archaeological Museum, an
environmental preservation organization dedicated
efforts. To learn more about the exclusively to the display and
park and its unique wildlife, it preservation of ancient pottery,
is worthwhile to schedule a tools and art from Aruba’s
guided tour as part of your indigenous cultures. Also in
vacation package. Prepare central Oranjestad, the
yourself for everything from Numismatic Museum displays over
exotic cacti, flowers, divi-divi 30,000 historic coins from around
trees and massive aloe plants to the world.
rare birds and photogenic
iguanas. Also, this is the best The second largest city in Aruba,
location for those panoramic San Nicolas, is a great stop for
Caribbean views, as Aruba’s the “alternative” tourist.
highest peaks lie within the For decades, Charlie’s Bar has
park. been one of the city’s primary
destinations, owing to its fame
Of course, there is more to Aruba as a makeshift museum of
underwater discoveries. Since the 1919, is a fine example of
1940's, scuba divers have hung neo-Gothic architecture. It is
anything and everything on even possible to be married in
Charlie’s walls. The diversity of one of Aruba’s churches as part
Charlie’s strange collection has of your vacation package.
only added to San Nicolas’
relaxed, offbeat reputation. Just For a little privacy after your
a short drive from San Nicolas exploring, try escaping to one of
you’ll find the Lourdes Grotto, the smaller islands surrounding
an enchanting Catholic shrine Aruba. Renaissance Island is a
built directly into a black rock private hideaway for guests of
hillside. the Renaissance Hotel. This
unique beach resort lies just off
For the fan of such religious shore and features all the
architecture, Aruba has several amenities one might need for a
other unique sites to offer. The day in the sun. Also just a 5
picturesque Chapel of Alto Vista, minute ferry ride from the
constructed by the Spanish as mainland, De Palm Island is a
Aruba’s first, exudes tranquility favorite of snorkelers and scuba
from its spectacular setting divers in search of that perfect
above the ocean. Church of Noord, reef.
constructed between 1914 and
About the Author:
This article was written by Justin. Justin writes select pieces about travel in Aruba for the Aruba Marriott
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