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St. Croix is a lively county in the Virgin Islands and a land of immense natural beauty, a rich underwater ecological heritage and historic monuments apart from the famous beaches of the Caribbean. The St. Croix Sights Guide helps visitors pin down the best sights and attractions in this buzzing vacation island.
Natural Wonders
Several natural wonders flank the coasts of this stunning island that is a paradise on a platter for visitors looking for an abundance of nature and adventure based hotspots. The most frequented haunt for tourists is the Buck Island Reef Monument Center that is managed by the National Park Service and is an underwater monument with a sprawling 4,554 acre reef with ample opportunity for exploring fascinating marine life and aquatic adventure. Snorkeling is a popular activity here along with rare aqua-marine species spotting. Make sure to include Sandy Point Wildlife Refuge in your itinerary if you belong to the hardcore nature enthusiasts clique. The tranquil location is a haven for witnessing the foibles of an array of wildlife species including the highly endangered leatherback turtle. The naturally contoured Annally Bay tidal pools that are an epitome of nature’s impeccable craftsmanship are popular for their tranquil setting.
Beaches
Move over pre-schools, this is the best place to teach your kids colors because St. Croix’s mesmerizing beaches sport every hue of blue and are as much pristine and inviting as they are throbbing with tourist flurry and action-packed water sports. Cane Bay is a super destination for high-octane scuba diving and sponge spotting.
Historical Sites
The best way to strike a note with the dexterous St. Croix is to take its 72 mile heritage trail drive that offers spectacular previews of the island’s tryst with historical elegance. The drive covers stopovers at heritage ruins, restored monuments of the 18 th century-Fort Chritianvaern and Fort Frederik, Government House, Apothecary Museum, remainders of bygone plantations and industries, Cruzan Rum Factory, La Grange Estate and the Lawaetz Family Museum.
St. Croix is a picturesque island that is brimming with pristine waters, seductively swaying palm trees, conservation parks and heritage sites-to cut a long story short, all components of an awesome and authentic Caribbean vacation.
