Nelson's Dockyard National Park

World's only continuously working Georgian Era dockyard. Became UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016 as 'Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites'. Built early 18th century, abandoned by British Royal Navy 1889, restored and reopened 1961. 16 square miles national park since 1984. Protected English Harbour - one of Caribbean's most beautiful and safe natural anchorages. Construction began mid-1740s using enslaved Africans from local plantations. Most buildings constructed 1780-1820 to accommodate Royal Navy warships, crew, and stores to protect island and wage war against France/Napoleon. Named after Admiral Horatio Nelson who served 1784-1787 (ironically hated the post, calling it an 'infernal hole'). Features restored Georgian-style naval buildings within walled enclosure. Admission $15 USD includes Shirley Heights, Clarence House, Dow's Hill Interpretation Centre. Accessible 24/7 though individual buildings have own hours. Historic shops, restaurants, hotels, museums, chandlery, bakery, gift shop, active marina. Two hundred years Royal Navy heritage alongside stunning beaches and modern amenities. Hosts Antigua Sailing Week, Charter Yacht Show, Classic Yacht Regatta. Hiking trails radiate to surrounding park. UNESCO recognition for contribution to British Empire, trade, industrialization through enslaved African labor and skills.