CUR TravelGuide 02.04.20 - Flipbook - Page 24
PLANTATION HOUSES
In the second half of the 17th century, the Dutch divided up Curaçao’s
land amongst private landowners. On their plantations these new
owners built large mansions (“landhuizen”) for themselves and their
families, complete with storehouses, stables, and quarters for house
slaves. Small huts, known as “kunuku houses”, were built for the field
slaves and can still be seen on the island.
Today, about 85 historic plantation houses have been preserved. They
can be found all across the island, usually on hilltops, to benefit from
the island breezes and to be visible from afar. You can enjoy fine food,
art, an evening of dancing, a good night’s rest, or a stroll through a
museum at one of the landhuizen of Curaçao.
DON’T MISS:
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Landhuis Knip (or Kenepa) – Museo Tula
Landhuis Dokterstuin – Offering great local cuisine
Landhuis Chobolobo – Curaçao Liqueur Distillery
FORTS
From the Dutch occupation of the island in 1634 right up to the end
of World War II, Forts were built across vulnerable parts of the island.
Nowadays, the Forts form an important piece of the island’s history
and the best preserved ones are brightly illuminated at night.
MAKE SURE YOU VISIT:
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Fort Amsterdam (1635)
Fort Beekenburg (1703)
Rif Fort (1828)
Fort Nassau (1797)
