St. George's Anglican Church, Basseterre (must see)

Saint George's Anglican Church is situated on the site of the former Catholic Church, Notre Dame, which met a tragic fate when it was set ablaze by English soldiers in 1706 during the conflict. Following this event, in 1710, it was reconstructed as an Anglican church and christened Saint George's in honor of the patron saint. However, the challenges for the church were far from over.

Saint George's faced further adversity when it suffered fire damage in 1763, followed by a series of earthquakes and hurricanes between 1831 and 1843. Undeterred by these setbacks, the church underwent a process of reconstruction. In October 1844, the foundation stone was laid, and the church was rebuilt, completing the process in March 1859.

Unfortunately, the challenges persisted, and seven years later, in 1866, a devastating fire swept through Basseterre, consuming the church along with much of the town. Despite this setback, the indomitable spirit of the community prevailed, and the rebuilding process commenced once again. The reconstructed Saint George's Anglican Church was completed in 1869 and has stood the test of time ever since.

One of the distinctive features of Saint George's is its massive square tower, which serves as a dominant landmark for Basseterre. The church stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the community and its commitment to preserving its historical and religious heritage.