St Kitts is one of the nicest of the Caribbean islands, and it's easy to see why it is growing in popularity with overseas investors. More than a quarter of its land is designated as a national park, and the rainforest is actually expanding, which isn't a claim that can be made by many countries.
It's a great spot for both divers and snorkellers, as the island is surrounded by new dive sites and huge beds of coral which attract numerous fish. In fact the wildlife is everywhere you look, as there are families of mongoose, chattering monkeys and black bellied sheep and goats.
There’s a lot to see and do here, as you can take a zip line over the rainforest or climb to the top of the still smouldering volcano. St Kitts also has a vibrant past and was once known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies due to the sheer number of 18th century battles which took place on this tiny island. Its history isn't forgotten, as Brimstone Hill Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It was built several hundred years ago, and in the lush surroundings of St Kitts, it almost looks like natural growth from the 800 foot hill on which it is situated. It was designed by British military engineers, but was built by African slaves and is made out of hard volcanic rock.
The structure was first begun in the 1690s, but didn't become a complete military community until the 1790s. Everywhere you look at there are colonial influences which speak of the French and British occupation, contributing to the rich culture that can be found on St Kitts.
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