Punda

Punda is the oldest neighborhood of Willemstad, the capital of Curaçao and the location of the world famous Handelskade: the waterfront collection of multi-colored buildings that has become Curaçao’s most characteristic image.

Unesco: Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao
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Date: June 15

Willemstad

The modern town of Willemstad consists of several distinct historic districts, reflecting different eras of colonial town planning and development. The architecture of Willemstad has been influenced not only by Dutch colonial concepts but also by the tropical climate and architectural styles from towns throughout the Caribbean region. The colorful buildings of Willemstad are a local tradition dating from 1817, when the previous style of white lime finish on a building exterior was prohibited, apparently to protect eyesight from the glare. Predominant colors are red, blue, yellow ochre and various shades of green.

Unesco: Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao
RR: Vacation RR
Date: March 28