Tourist attractions in Jamaica
There are numerous events and tourist sites in Jamaica that can be visited all year round, you can plan your trips around special dates or you might just be lucky to enjoy an event that is taking place while you are here. There events includes festivals, parties or concerts, here is but a few that will interest you while you are staying on the island.
There is a wine and food festival that is held in Kingston each year with numerous booths displaying items. Here you get to sample some fine wine and cheese while helping a worthy cause at the same time; all proceeds go to a foundation.
In the parish of Clarendon, there is the Denbigh Agricultural and Industrial Show; this is on the South Coast. This show is kept every year during the month of August on the independence weekend for three days and is perfect for the horticultural lovers. There are numerous exhibitions, competition and concert at night.
If you are staying in Negril or in other areas that in close proximity, there is a weekend party that is held each year called the Absolute Temptation Isle. For all the party lovers this is the one for you, featuring four days with a number of different parties for just one fee. This is held during the summer.
For the reggae fans, there is the Rebel Salute Music Festival that is held each year in St. Elizabeth. This festival has become a big fixture on the calendar each year and you get to enjoy music that is tradition folk and cultural roots. There festival has a big gathering each year and persons travel from all around the world to enjoy the performances.
Another big festival that is held each year is the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues festival in Montego Bay. This attracts thousand of people to the island each year and provides a wide variety of music all with the jazz and blues flavor.
The Reggae Sumfest is another fixture for Montego Bay and is held for a week during the summer. This show features performances from local and overseas artist all sharing the same stage. You get to enjoy some good music while checking out the many booths that are located on the venue.
During the Independence celebrations there is the National Festival of the Arts which takes place through the summer and finishes on Independence Day. For all the visitors who are interesting in learning and experiencing the Jamaica culture this event is perfect for you. There are features on speech, painting, drama, song, dance, sculpture, culinary arts, crafts and much more. This festival highlights the rich culture and history of Jamaica in a variety of ways.
For the fishing enthusiast, there are Fishing tournaments that takes place from September to October in Portland and Falmouth. These tournaments are very popular among the locals and visitors and get a huge gathering each year.
When travelling to Jamaica no matter what you are interest are, there is something for everyone. You will certainly get a taste of the Jamaican culture through the music, dance, art; you name it, as the locals ensures that you get spectacular events that will let you experience all the flavors of the Jamaica.