Geography & Environment : Barbados

This pathfinder provides links to resources relating to geography, environment and weather in Barbados.. In addition to online material, a trip to your local library may reveal more material on this subject. The Library of Congress online catalog has a large number of books on the Barbados. You may wish to consult our catalog for these materials at http://catalog.loc.gov/. Note also the offerings found at the Geography and Map Reading Room pages http://www.loc.gov/rr/geogmap/. Articles and other materials may also be found in the Handbook of Latin American Studies.

Geography

Andromeda Gardens - Fun Barbados  (http://www.funbarbados.com/Trust/andromeda.cfm)
Describes the 6-acre botanic garden, including an impressive orchid collection, overlooking the east coast of the country. Also includes contact information.

Harrison's Cave  (http://harrisons-cave.visit-barbados.com/)
Includes a brief history of the discovery of the cave, as well as information for tours. Also provides images of stalagmites in the cave.

Orchid World, Barbados: See 20,000 orchids!  (http://barbados.org/sightseeing/orchidworld/)
Offers a virtual tour of large farm in the Barbadian countryside where orchids are cultivated.

Environment

Barbados Marine Trust  (http://barbadosmarinetrust.com)
Dedicated to promoting environmentally and socially sustainable use of marine areas of Barbados. Site provides information about projects concerning sea eggs, turtles, preservation of sandy beaches, coral transplanting, and more.

Weather