St. Nicholas Abbey in Barbados is Still Standing

St. Nicholas Abbey is located in the parish of St. Peter and is one of the two existing mansions in Barbados that were built in 1658. Despite the age of this mansion it is well preserved and still has its unique features which include curved Dutch gables, chimney stacks, Chippendale staircase, and coral stone finials. St. Nicholas Abbey offer guided tours but remember to allow yourself enough time to explore and admire its historical architecture and furnishings. Once you are inside this building you will struggle to remember that you are in such an old house. You will see the old compound of this big house and its surrounding garden which still maintains that old design. St. Nicholas Abby has many stories to tell and you learn many historical facts and witness many old pictures of the sugar plantation that surround this mansion a very long time ago. All these attraction qualities make St. Nicholas Abbey a must visit attraction while you’re vacationing in Barbados. Explore more online about this landmark and learn much more about other sites and attractions in Barbados along with holiday accommodation and houses on Barbados Island .