Holiday Jamaica

Overview

🏝️ Morant Point Lighthouse: Jamaica's Oldest Lighthouse Built by Free Africans from London Cast Iron

✨ Vibe Check: Historic pride, freedom legacy, maritime heritage

Standing proud since 1841, this National Monument represents more than just maritime history – it's a symbol of freedom and African resilience! Built by Kru men (free Africans who came to Jamaica after emancipation), this 100-foot cast iron tower shipped from London marks Jamaica's easternmost point. It's the island's oldest lighthouse where maritime heritage meets the powerful story of post-emancipation African laborers.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Should Come? Absolutely! Perfect for history enthusiasts, heritage travelers, lighthouse lovers, and anyone wanting to understand Jamaica's post-emancipation African legacy and maritime history.

🔍 What's There:

Jamaica's oldest lighthouse (1841)
National Heritage Trust Monument status
100-foot cast iron tower from London
Kru men construction legacy (free African laborers)
Jamaica's easternmost point location
Post-emancipation historical significance
Maritime heritage and navigation history
5-foot base, 3-foot cap diameter structure
African resilience and freedom story

💡 Insider Tip: Learn about the Kru men who built this lighthouse – their story of free Africans choosing to work in Jamaica after emancipation adds powerful meaning to this maritime monument!