Browsing: Special Communities

Parish: Westmoreland Seaford Town stands as a unique testament to Jamaica’s post-emancipation history, emerging in the wake of the abolition…

Woodside, located in the parish of St. Mary, is a community steeped in history, with deep connections to the Taíno,…

Nanny Town, perched high on Nanny Town Hill at 2,000 feet above sea level in the shadow of the majestic…

Moore Town, nestled in the lush hills of Portland, stands as a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the…

Flagstaff, located in St. James, is a historic Maroon community that played a pivotal role during the Second Maroon War…

Charles Town, near Buff Bay in Portland, is a historic Maroon settlement established around 1754 and officially named in 1832,…

Accompong, located in the lush and verdant hills of St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, is a village steeped in history and rich…

Special communities in Jamaica hold a unique place in the nation’s history, formed under distinct and often challenging circumstances, showcasing…