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Arikok
National Park
Rock formations showcase Aruban geology. A natural
habitat for indigenous plants and animals, including species found
only in Aruba. Some of the island's best examples of early Indian
art are preserved within the park.
The
Quadirikiri cave
Famous
for its two chambers where sunlight shines through and is the
perfect backdrop for unique pictures. Be adventurous and dare
to go down the 100-ft. long tunnel, home of hundreds of harmless
bats. The Fontein cave is the most popular of the caves as it
is the only one that has Indian drawings on the ceilings, providing
a real sense of island history to this cave.
Natural
Bridge
Aruba's
famed Natural Bridge rises 25 feet above the sea and spans a hundred
feet of rock-strewn waters carved out of solid coral by centuries
of relentless pounding by the Atlantic surf. It is the Caribbean
area's highest and most dramatic coral structure.
Natural
Pool
The
natural pool or "conchi" called "cura ditortuga" is a secret,
hidden pool on the windward coast surrounded by rocks and a perfect
getaway for a moment of total relaxation.
De
Man's Shell Collection
Morgenster 18, Oranjestad. One of the most extensive
private shell collections in the world. Call (297) 824246 for
an appointment
Galeria
Eterno
Emanstraat
92, Oranjestad. Exhibition of local artists. Open Monday through
Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Phone (297) 829484
Galeria
Harmonia
Main Street, San Nicolas. Exhibition of local artists
with artists often on the premises. Phone (297) 842969
Archaeological
Museum
J.E.
Irausquin plein 2A, Oranjestad. Exhibits from the island's prehistoric
period. Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - noon and 1 p.m. to
4 p.m. Phone (297) 828979.
Historical
Museum
Fort Zoutman/Willem III Tower, Oranjestad. Exhibits
from the early Spanish and Dutch periods. Open Monday through
Friday 9 a.m. - noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. $1.15 entrance
fee. Phone (297) 826099
Numismatic
Museum
Zuidstraat 27, Oranjestad. 30,000 historic coins
from Aruba and around the world. Open Monday through Friday, 7:30
am - noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone (297) 828831.
Tours
- Colibri
Helicopter Tours - Offers island tours
in air conditioned helicopters with narration through individual
headsets. For information or reservations, call (297) 931832
- Aruba
Friendly Tours - Cumana
20, Oranjestad. Phone (297) 825800
- DePalm
Tours - DePalm Activity Centers
are located in many of Aruba's major hotels. L.G. Smith Boulevard
142, Oranjestad. Phone (297) 824400 or (297) 824545.
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