More About Bermuda, Bermuda
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute displays dive technology from the past to the present, and a fantastic collection of shells from Bermuda and throughout the world. Follow the footsteps of renowned author Mark Twain and visit the underground beauty of Crystal Cave, with its 55 foot deep underground pool and incredible array of stalactites and stalagmites, and its sister, Fantasy Cave, which was discovered and developed in 1907.
For the history buffs, no visit is complete without a tour of St. Peter’s Anglican church in St. George’s, which was built in 1612 and is said to be the oldest continually used Anglican church in the western hemisphere. For a bit fun, try climbing the 155 steps to the top of the tower of The Cathedral in Hamilton, the capital, and you will be rewarded with panoramic views of the city.
Bermudians are a sporting people, and international matches in cricket, football, tennis and rugby attract many visitors. Horseback riding, fishing and golf are also favourite pastimes.
Accommodations in Bermuda range from elegant resorts to the privacy of cottage colonies and quaint bed and breakfast locales. There are no rental cars on the island, but getting around is easy in taxis, scooters or buses, and the speed limit is a mere 35 km per hour. Truly a place to relax, unwind and enjoy the beauty of paradise.
