Parham, Antigua and Barbuda
| Parham | |
|---|---|
| Town | |
  Parham | |
| Coordinates: 17°06′N 61°46′W / 17.100°N 61.767°WCoordinates: 17°06′N 61°46′W / 17.100°N 61.767°W | |
| Country | Antigua and Barbuda |
| Island | Antigua |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | 757 |
| Time zone | AST (UTC-4) |
Parham is a town in the island country of Antigua and Barbuda, on the north-east coast of Antigua, with a population of 1,276 (2001 census).[1] It is the oldest town in the country (established in 1632) and was once the capital. Parham is built upon Parham Harbour, a well-protected anchorage.
Attractions
- Parham Hill, a well-preserved colonial home.
- Great Bird Island, in Parham Harbor
- St. Peter's Church was built in 1840 by eminent English architect Thomas Weekes.
References
- ↑ "World Gazetteer". Archived from the original on 2013-02-09.
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