Independence Square — Local services in Sandy Lane

Located in historical Bridgetown...shared between the wharf, the Independence Arch and the Swing bridge, the square is a few steps away from the Parliament buildings on the other side.

A nice area to relax with park benches, and shaded trees with a view of boats moored in the Careenage.

I however felt a little sad seeing the state of the area, which has lost it's vibrancy to years past, maybe it's the closure of many businesses and vendors as there's currently a major works project on the way.

Standing tall in the Square is the father of Independence..a very fitting way to honor one of the Island's National Heroes.

I do hope for the best for this area, when all the construction is over and new businesses emerge, as there's a lot of beauty and history...

Barbados Independece Square is now a skid row. So disappointing to see the many homeless there turning the Square into a squalor residence. Washing in the fountains hanging out to dry on the rails. Leaving the containers they eat from all over the place. Just disgusting to see humans so neglected as they are our family and now we just turn a blind eye and call them homeless as if they have no name. Independence square makes me angry and sad at the same time at the state of how we have let our fellow humans become because of a lack of intervention structures. The growing numbers of homeless in independece square is not a good reflection on...

Nice area in Bridgetown Barbados. Otherwise the town appears run down. However, the people are so friendly and a good conversation can be had with anyone who has the time and the inclination to chat to you. This is most people. Reggae buses can be had from almost anywhere on the west coast to take you into Bridgetown. The fare is Barbados $3.25 no matter where you are picked up. Hang on to your seat tho' as the going is rough and...