Saint George is one of the parishes of Grenada, located on the south-western end of the island. The capital of Grenada, namely St. George's, is located in this parish and is admittedly the most picturesque capital in the Caribbean. Its harbor has the shape of a horseshoe-shaped and is surrounded by the pastel colors of warehouses. Its quaint architecture includes red-tiled roofs on traditional shops and homes. Saint George is also the home of the world-famous Grand Anse Beach and many of the island's holiday resorts.
The peninsula at the south-western tip of Saint George is called Point Salines, and the only active airport on the island of Grenada, Maurice Bishop International Airport, is located there. The tourist infrastructure is more extensive in Saint George than in the rest of the island, due to the airport, capital city and most popular beaches all being found in this parish. It is also home to the renowned St. George's University.
A destination known all over the world as "Spice Island", Grenada, emerges until today a unique fragrance of flowers, spices and nutmeg! Grenada is located at the southernmost tip of the Windward Islands of the Caribbean Sea. It is famous for its tropical vegetation, with lush tropical forests, gorges and volcanoes. An island of stunning beauty with many pristine beaches, and a picturesque and historic capital, St. George, that compensates even the most demanding visitor, as it is a picturesque town with narrow streets and monuments from the time of colonial rule. The state of Grenada consists of three major islands, Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique, and six smaller ones, Ronde Island, Caille Island, Diamond Island, Large Island, Saline Island and Frigate Island.
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