Layou Petroglyph Park

A short distance to the north of Buccament Bay is the settlement of Layou. It is a pretty village with dwelling houses, stone churches, a small beach and crescent-shaped bay, and it is home to the Layou Petroglyph Park. Surrounding the village is a backdrop of stunning rockscapes and vertiginous ridges.

Several Amerindian sites have been uncovered in St. Vincent but their meaning of the carvings remains uncertain. One thing we do know is that they represent some of the most intriguing reminders of the island’s original settlers.

To reach Layou Petroglyph Park, look out for a signpost along a road to the north of the village. Follow the signs to the reception building and then a short trail down towards the river. The petroglyphs are on a large boulder at the foot of the trail. The site opens from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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