Here is our guide to the nine parishes and some of the secrets ready for discovery. Generally from east to west:

St. George's Parish

At the island's eastern tip, visitors love the parish's historic sites, museums and quaint shops. The Town of St. George is the second oldest English colony in the New World after Jamestown, Virginia.

Must see: Town of St. George and its related fortifications.
Beaches:

• Tobacco Bay — excellent for snorkelling
• St. Catherine's beach below the fort of the same name

Did you know: The Town of St. George served as our capitol until 1815.

Hamilton Parish

Not to be confused with the City of Hamilton in Pembroke Parish, adventuresome visitors head underground to Hamilton Parish's extensive cave systems.

Must see: Guided tour of the Crystal Caves; the Bermuda Aquarium & Zoo.
Beaches: Shelly Bay's calm waters and pink sand is perfect for small children.
Did you know: The underground Cahow Lake, deep inside Crystal Caves, has a crystal clear depth of 17M / 55FT.

Smith's Parish

Abutting Harrington Sound, Smith's Parish is a favourite of hikers and scenery lovers. Many consider Spittle Pond Nature Preserve the island's richest and most diverse natural sanctuary.

Must see: The Verdmont Museum, an 18th-century house showcasing our island's early history.
Beaches: The reef at John Smith's Bay Park and Beach, a local favourite, features hundreds of colourful fish.
Did you know: The Spanish Rock, in Spittle Pond Nature Preserve, has markings thought to be from 1543 — the oldest evidence of humans on the island.

Devonshire Parish

Serenity seekers adore scenic and beautiful Devonshire Parish's lush, rolling countryside. The parish's marshes and nature reserves draw bird watchers from around the world.

Must see: The attractive Palm Grove Gardens feature a unique reflecting pool containing a stone representation of Bermuda, cages of exotic parrots and tropical plants.
Beaches: Devonshire Bay Park's small beach appeals to those looking for solitude.
Did you know: Devonshire Parish holds only a few restaurants so pack a lunch.

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