Port of Spain

This bustling corporate town, which serves as the country's capital, is noted for its numerous beautiful examples of colonial-style architecture, as well as a few tourist attractions. Taking in the architectural highlights of Queen's Park Savannah is one of the most popular things to do in Port of Spain. The large green park is lined with beautiful mansions known as the "Magnificent Seven." Fans of architecture should also pay a visit to the Red House Parliament in Woodford Square. The stunning Royal Botanic Gardens, which adjoin the president's grand palace, and the National Museum and Art Gallery, which has exhibits on local art, history, and culture, are both located near Queen's Park Savannah.

However, Port of Spain is perhaps best known for its raucous Carnival. The city comes alive with an extravaganza of colorful costumes, limbo competitions, and infectious calypso and soca sounds on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. A three-hour Port of Spain City Tour will give you a good picture of the city. These run in the morning and afternoon and include some of the attractions' admission fees.

Location: Trinidad