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- Destinations
- Caribbean
- Jamaica
- Kingston
- Spanish Town
Spanish Town
The neighbourhood known as Spanish Town is on the western
outskirts of Kingston, and was capital of the island under Spanish
rule between 1662 and 1872. Today the architecture is an
interesting mix of Spanish and British Georgian, and there are some
historic attractions to explore. St James Cathedral is the oldest
Anglican church outside England, having been built in 1523. The
Jamaican People's Museum of Crafts and Technology showcases some
vintage farm implements, musical instruments and pottery, and the
Town Square is overlooked by the Old King's House, former residence
of Jamaica's British governors that once hosted Admiral Lord Nelson
and Captain Bligh of HMS Bounty infamy. Spanish Town also has a
very busy, colourful local market in the Town Square.
Information & Facts
Language
The official language of Jamaica is English but a local
patois is also spoken, a mixture of English, Spanish, and various
African languages.
Money
The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) is divided into 100 cents. The island
is well supplied with ATMs, banks and bureaux de change. Banking
hours are usually Monday to Thursday from 9am to 2pm, and Friday
from 9am to 4pm. Cambio exchange offices are found throughout the
country, open later than banks and often offering better exchange
rates. Retain receipts as proof of legal currency exchange.
Exchange bureaux at the airports and hotels also offer better rates
than banks. Major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely
accepted. Both cash and travellers cheques are best taken in US
Dollars.