National Heroes Square

The origins of this area, located in the centre of our capital city, may be traced back to the early 1800's. An spectacular statue of Lord Horatio Nelson was erected here in 1813 to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, in which the British force led by Admiral Lord Nelson beat a combined French and Spanish navy. Trafalgar Square was the name of the region. The name Trafalgar Square survived until 1999 when it was formally renamed to National Heroes Square in recognition of the national heroes of Barbados. The Lord Nelson statue was relocated to the Barbados Museum and Historical Society in 2020.

It's a fascinating site to visit. Despite its location in the heart of the city, it maintains a sense of reverence. The elegant Dolphin Fountain commemorates the delivery of piped water to Bridgetown in 1861, and the cenotaph honors Barbadians who died in war. The historic Parliament Buildings, which contain the National Heroes Gallery and the Museum of Parliament and are located opposite National Heroes Square, are where the Lower and Upper Chambers conduct their business.

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Location: Bridgetown