Saint Ann is recognized as the largest parish in Jamaica, covering approximately 1,212 square kilometers (468.9 square miles). Located along the island’s north coast in the county of Middlesex, Saint Ann is strategically positioned between Jamaica’s eastern and western ends, making it a central hub for tourism and commerce. Known as the Garden Parish due to its lush vegetation, abundant flora, and natural beauty, it is home to numerous historical, cultural, and ecological landmarks.
Saint Ann holds a significant place in Jamaica’s history, being the birthplace of Marcus Garvey, one of the nation’s most revered national heroes and a prominent figure in the Pan-African movement. It is also believed to be the site where Christopher Columbus first landed in Jamaica in 1494, specifically in the area now known as Discovery Bay.
The parish is famous for its tourist attractions, including Dunn’s River Falls, a world-renowned cascading waterfall; Nine Mile, the birthplace and mausoleum of reggae…
