Not everything in Bermuda is in Hamilton, the Royal Naval Dockyard or St. George. There are attractions and places to see in the countryside as well. This page presents a few examples.
At the west end of the island is the Somerset Bridge, which is said to be the smallest draw bridge in the world. (above right and right) It only opens enough for the mast of a sailboat to pass through. Not far from the smallest bridge is the smallest (and one of the oldest) church in Bermuda, the Heydon Chapel. (below and below right). Built in the early 1600s, it sits in a 43 acre private park that is open to the public. |
Built by the British in the 19th century in order to defend Bermuda against a possible American invasion, Fort Scaur sits atop a hill in Somerset. The American attack never came and by World War II, relations between the two countries were such that American soldiers were stationed at the fort.
Since it is a hilltop fortress, the site offers panoramic views. In addition, the fort is home to a stone that reportedly can predict the weather. |
The Bermuda Botanical Gardens was a favorite place of former-Beatle John Lennon when he stayed in Bermuda. Reportedly, Lennon was inspired to begin writing new music when he was in Bermuda and the name of his final album "Double Fantasy" is the name of a flower that he first encountered at the Botanical Gardens. (see separate article)
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On the grounds of the Botanical Gardens is the Masterworks Art Museum with a collection featuring works by Bermuda artists, artists who have visited Bermuda and art about Bermuda. (See separate profile).
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