Photo of the Day: St Thomas

 


From its vantage point high atop the scenic mountains of St. Thomas, Drake’s Seat offers an unparalleled, panoramic view of the island and the glittering expanse of the Caribbean Sea and beyond. This iconic location is not just a popular tourist stop for taking breathtaking photographs; it is a spot deeply steeped in local island lore and historical significance. 

Legend holds that this very spot was a frequent vantage point used by the famed privateer Sir Francis Drake. While sailing through the Caribbean in the 16th century, Drake is said to have used this elevated position to monitor the movements of Spanish treasure ships traversing the waters between the islands. The natural depression in the rock, which gives the seat its name, is—by local belief—the exact spot where Drake sat and planned his naval strategies and raids. 

Today, visitors flock to Drake’s Seat not only for the historical connection but also for the spectacular vistas it provides, encompassing Magens Bay—often cited as one of the world's most beautiful beaches—and the neighboring U.S. and British Virgin Islands shimmering on the horizon. 

You can see more photos from St Thomas here.

Taken: October 24, 2006 at Drake’s Seat (St Thomas, USVI)
Location: 933F+44Q, Rte 37, St. Thomas, St Thomas 00802, USVI

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