Aruba is an island nation situated in the south of the Caribbean Sea. It is an autonomous state that comes under the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The island has a total land area of 193 square km with an estimated population of 80,000 people. The climate of Aruba is very dry and arid which makes it different and special from other Caribbean countries.
Thus climate plays a major lead in drawing the tourists since a warm and sunny weather can be always assured.
Aruba remains as a major tourist destination in the Caribbean with a high rate of repeated visitors. Apart from the climatic condition what make the tourists to visit Aruba again and again are the hospitality and the warm welcoming nature of the Arubans.
The tourism industry of Aruba is highly commendable due to its well-organized and diversified structure which offers a wide variety of options to satisfy the tourists of different interests. Aruba is famous for its mesmerizing beaches, vibrant nightlife, parties, discotheques, adventurous activities, water sports and also in other gaming activities.
Aruba has lots of attractions to see and enjoy. However some of the mostly visited attractions by tourists are as follows.
Aruba Butterfly Farm
Here you can see the thousands of beautiful butterflies which are let free to fly over the lush enclosure. Don’t forget to take your camera since you will be having a lot of scope to take stunning photographs if you remain patient. If you have paid once, you are permitted to visit the farm as many times as you want.
The Numismatic Museum
The other major attraction of Aruba is the Numismatic Museum which displays wide array of coins, notes and other forms of money which were previously used and also the ones that are currently being used from all countries of the world. Most of us expect such a kind of museum in the big cities and not in an island like Aruba and this is the success of this museum.
Chapel of Alto Vista
It is the first Roman Catholic church of Aruba which was built in the year 1750. Though small in size, this beautiful church constructed over the sea catches every ones attention. This church remains a place of peace contemplation for the local Arubans.
Guadiriki Caves
These caves located on the south coast of the island are famous for its petroglyphs, the images created on the rock surface.
Aruba Golf Club
The golf club of Aruba is a perfect example for how a golf club should look like. This club situated in the tropical terrain will definitely be a right spot of entertainment for the tourists.
Hooiberg
Your visit to Aruba will not be completed unless you climb this exhilarating 540 foot hill. This will be a exact place of tour for those who seek adventure.
Apart from these attractive sites, there are many alluring beaches which are meant exclusively for water sports such as surfing, snorkeling etc. |
