Candidate name: Mason McGougan

Candidate Number: 030045-0443

School: Providence Secondary School

School code: 030045

School year: 2024

Teacher: Mr. Shon Hurdle

Territory: Barbados
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Jewel of the
Caribbean
Trinidad and Tobago
Introduction
This presentation introduces you to the twin
islands of Trinidad and Tobago. You will be in-
formed of:

• The historical background of Trinidad and

Tobago

• Three sites of interest

• Three reasons why tourists should

choose this country

• Three festivals celebrated in Trinidad and

Tobago
 Here are some Historical facts
about Trinidad and Tobago:

on 31 August 1962, Trinidad and To-

bago became Independent

In 1889 Tobago was combined with

Trinidad to form the colony of
Trinidad and Tobago

On 1 August 1976, the country be-

came a republic and Sir Ellis
Clarke became the first President.

Historical
Background
Sites of Interest
Here are three sites of interest found in
Trinidad and Tobago:

• No Man’s Land

• Argyle Falls

• Mount St. Benedict Abbey

Sites of Interest
No Man’s Land

No Man’s Land is a spit of white

coral sand stretching out in front of
the Bon Accord lagoon. It is sur-
rounded by clear shallow water
and speckled with leafy trees and
small forest growth on either side of a
long path.
Sites of
Interest
Argyle Falls

At 175 feet, Argyle Falls, Located on the

northeast side of Tobago is encircled by
lush green foliage. The waterfall is accessed
after a 15–20-minute trek along a
marked trail. Along the way, There are
various beautiful birds.
Sites of Interest
Mount St. Benedict Abbey

This monastery is located in the northwest-

ern town of St. Augustine in Tuna-
puna–Piarco in Trinidad and Tobago.
Today, with its tower and red roofs, church
and drug rehabilitation it is a great place
for retreat.
Reasons to Visit
1. It’s the birthplace of steelpan music

2. It has first-class dive sites

3. It produces world-class chocolate

Festivals
1. Tobago Jazz Festival

2. Tobago Heritage Festival

3. Blue Food Festival

Tobago Jazz Festival
The Tobago Jazz Festival is a festival that features popular musicians playing
mostly jazz with some unique themes of Trinidad and Tobago. The first jazz
festival happened in 2005 with singers like Stevie Wonder, Babyface, etc.
Tobago Heritage Festival
The Tobago Heritage Festival takes place over two weeks from mid-July to
Emancipation Day on 1st August. It is an annual celebration of Tobago's dance,
song and cuisine, and strives to preserve Tobago’s unique cultural heritage.
Blue Food Festival

Each year in mid-October, the little seaside village of Bloody Bay in Trinidad
and Tobago celebrates the versatility of dasheen taro. Locals gather to sell their
unique products made with this 'blue' food, including ice creams, sauces and
liqueurs.
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https://www.destinationtnt.com/argyle-waterfall/
Mount Saint Benedict. (2024, February 10). Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Saint_Benedict
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Reasons Why You Should Visit Trinidad And Tobago. (2024, February 14). Culture Trip.
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