Founded around the center of the island in 1790, this laid-back, low-slung city is known for its blend of history, shopping, dining, and cultural sites. Its heart is waterfront Front Street l(picturedhere), ined with pastel-colored buildings, shops, and restaurants. Highlights include the Bermuda National Gallery; 154-year.old Fort Hamilton with its fascinating underground tunnels; beautifully landscaped Queen Elizabeth Park; the Gothic-Revival Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, finished in 1905: and the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute with its glitzy, three-story Ocean Discovery Centre. And try to be in town on a summertime Wednesday, when Front Street stages Harbour Nights, with live music, food vendors, and showcasing local handicrafts.
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