6. Government House: Located on King Street beyond
The Steeple Building, it is considered one of the finest examples of
Danish architecture remaining in the islands. It was built in 1747 as
a home for a wealthy Danish merchant.
The Danish government purchased the house in 1771 and connected it
to a house on the corner of Queen Cross Street. It became the seat of
Danish government. The building still houses government offices and
a court. Its most striking feature is the elegant 18th century staircase
rising from the street into the building.
7. Lutheran Church:
Built in the 1740s as the Dutch Reformed Church, it became
the Lutheran Church in 1834.
8. Apothecary Hall: On Company Street, this was an
18th-century pharmacy and a private residence. It has been carved up
into offices, a restaurant and boutiques.
9. The Market Place: Another half-block beyond Apothecary
Hall on Company Street . It is not nearly as colorful or as interesting
as the markets on some other islands. Since 1735, this has been the
place to buy fresh, locally-grown vegetables and fruits.
10. King Street/King's Alley: A prime waterfront shopping
area housed in what were once old trading houses. This section features
boutiques and open-air restaurants; an enjoyable place to window shop.
11. Protestant Cay: The small island-hotel at the
harbor entrance is typically called the Hotel on the Cay. Its original
name comes from the era of French ownership, when only Catholics could
be buried on the big island. Protestants were buried on this tiny spit
of land. When the French left St. Croix around 1696, pirates turned
it into a favorite meeting point.
Exploring
Christiansted Afoot Part 1
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