Beautiful island Santa Cruz – an ideal place for a holiday in the Caribbean region. St. Croix was once a colony of Denmark, and the island's Danish roots are still visible in the names of the towns of Frederiksted and Christiansted. Ruins of the once vast plantations remain today, testament to the island's prosperous agricultural past. Today, St. Croix is one of three islands in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Buck Island Reef
You can take a boat or boat to the US National Monument - Buck Island Reef. About 50 thousand tourists come here every year. They are attracted by the beaches, which look like a dream of a Caribbean paradise, as well as the interesting and diverse underwater flora and fauna, providing excellent opportunities for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Christiansted
Christiansted is a shopper's paradise. The central area of the city is located on the very coast and is lined with brightly colored buildings of 18th century architecture. Here you can browse shops selling clothes, jewelry and souvenirs, have a snack, and then stroll along the embankment.
Fort Christiansted
In the city of Christiansted, Fort Christiansted stands out among other buildings with its bright yellow color. It was built by the Danes in 1749 and is the best preserved of all the Santa Cruz forts. In those ancient times, slaves brought to the island to work on sugar cane plantations arrived here.
Old Danish Customs
The historical building of the old customs house is worthy of attention. It stands next to Fort Christiansted and once served as a customs office for visitors to the island. This is a striking example of European architecture with a touch of tropical style. Now this building houses a service point for the national park.
St. George Village Botanical Garden
This botanical garden is built on the ruins of a 17th century plantation. and covers an area of about 18 acres. Visitors can see examples of various plant species and ecosystems in Santa Cruz, including cacti and a rain forest, and admire the colorful flowers grown in the orchid greenhouse.
Cruzan Rum Distillery
The Cruzan Rum distillery has been operating since 1760, producing the famous Cruzan rum. Tourists are shown around the plant and then offered to taste the products. You can purchase a few bottles of rum from the gift shop and the prices are quite reasonable.
Casino
Those tourists who are no stranger to excitement should definitely spend several hours in the casino. The best casino on the island is located at the Divi Carina Bay resort complex. Gaming tables and slot machines combined with great music have turned this casino into a popular nightlife destination.
