Facades of Handelskade, Willemstad


As I’m headed to Curaçao for short break in January, I started studying the architecture, and then thought, oh it’s Tuesday make it Wednesday’s blog post. Earlier this year when contemplating a vacation in the tropics, to the sea, sun, and sand mix I wanted to add culture or architecture. Cuba of course came to mind – but traveling to Cuba is not without it’s challenges. Then Professor Google suggested Curaçao. Interesting! Willemstad, the capital, has a UNESCO designation. And so prior to my live exploration – let’s do an armchair exploration. There are 734 listed built heritage structures, 128 in Willamstad alone.



Queen Juliana Bridge



Fort Nassau



Penha Building



Queen Emma Bridge



Fort Amsterdam



Willemstad Town Hall



Curacao Synagogue



View of Central Willemstad