Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Scenic Roadside Lookout - Queen's View - Southampton, Bermuda


Interesting Places I've Photographed
Queen's View from Gibbs' Hill Lighthouse
Southampton, Bermuda 
Topic: Scenic Roadside Lookout


GPS: N32° 15.180; W064° 50.070



Quick Description: 

The Queen's View was made famous after the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Bermuda.

Long Description:

Gibbs' Hill Lighthouse is a popular stop on the island tour of Bermuda. A path leads downhill from the lighthouse to an elevated plaque. On this spot Queen Elizabeth II enjoyed the view, when on a royal visit to Bermuda following her coronation, on 24th November 1953. It is a pretty view indeed. You are looking north across Great Sound all the way to King's Wharf and beyond.

Details:

Directions: St. Anne's Road - To Gibbs' Hill Lighthouse parking area.
Closest town or city: Southampton
Number of parking spots available: 20
Winter View: yes
Summer View: yes
Year around access: yes
Comfort station on site: yes

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