Bathsheba Barbados
You would have to look long and hard to find a more beautiful beach than the one at Bathsheba Barbados. Located on the east cost of Barbados, Bathsheba a tiny fishing village ,is home to a small community of fisherman and their families. Lost in an area of the world that time has forgotten, they live their daily lives not unlike their ancestors have lived for generations before them. Living off the land and the sea, they are able to enjoy life to the fullest without much interruption for the outside world.
This tiny village visited mostly by surfers and lost tourists is a welcome interlude from the hectic lives most of us lead. Taking us back to a time forgotten, when life was simple, Bathsheba has a way of letting us return to that period of time for a quick remembrance of how life should be.
Legend
has it that Bathsheba, wife of King David, bathed in milk to keep her
skin beautiful and soft. In like manner , Bathsheba’s Pools being rich
in minerals is said to be similar to Bathsheba’s bath , giving bathers
not only a relaxing atmosphere but many health benefits as well. Many
of the first visitors to Barbados came because of the fresh air,
sunshine, and a spirit of enlightenment. Our first president, George
Washington came here in the mid 1700’s in an attempt to help cure his
brother Lawrence of tuberculous. As a result of the popularity of Bathsheba Pools, many holistic health centers have sprung up on the island.
The beach is lined with huge volcanic rocks which gives it sort of an eerie, out of this world appearance. Walking quietly along the white sandy beach, it is easy to realize that paradise has been found. Because the beach faces the Atlantic Ocean, huge waves and rip currents can be encountered in the water , making the beach a better place to walk and wade in the shallow water. Although shallow pools are formed close to shore which are ideal to swim in, it is best to leave the swimming in open water to surfers and experienced swimmers.
Quiet but inviting, Barbados's coastline is lined with rum shops,
guest houses, and restaurants making the tiny island a favorite haunt of
not only the rich and famous, but the every day traveler as well. When
making your travel plans be sure to place Barbados on your bucket list,
not forgetting tiny Bathsheba as you do.Now you can follow me on Kindle.
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