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Saint Georges Vacation Guide

This small town is steeped in history. Not only did it play a pivotal role in Bermuda’s history (it was the capital until 1815) but it also helped shape America’s too. Today, St George lies untouched by the economic boom that has shaped the capital Hamilton. Most of its buildings were constructed in the 17th to 19th centuries and the authorities have made a deliberate effort to hide any signs of later development.

Yet St George is no sterile relic. It’s a living town, and its historic buildings function not only as museums but as houses, restaurants, pubs and shops. At its centre lies King’s Square, flanked by the Town Hall and the Visitor Information Centre. There’s a dunking stool here, too, that was once used to dump gossiping women into the harbour. Nowadays, actors recreate this fantastic and deserved punishment.

In 2000, the town was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List. The town is twinned with Lyme Regis in the UK.