21. Kingston Became the Capital After Port Royal’s Destruction
Kingston was founded in 1693 after a devastating earthquake destroyed much of Port Royal the previous year.
22. The Lignum Vitae Is Jamaica’s National Flower
Known for its beautiful blue blossoms and exceptionally hard wood, the lignum vitae is one of Jamaica’s most treasured national symbols.
23. The Rastafari Movement Began in Jamaica
The Rastafari movement emerged during the 1930s and has since become an influential religious, cultural, and philosophical movement around the world.
24. The Maroon Wars Lasted for Decades
Throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Maroon fighters resisted British military campaigns, eventually securing treaties that recognized their communities.
25. The Doctor Bird Is Found Only in Jamaica
Jamaica’s national bird, the Doctor Bird, is an endemic hummingbird admired for its brilliant colours and distinctive long tail feathers.
