The capital of Barbados got its name from a native Amerindian bridge which crossed the mouth of the Constitution River. Today two bridges cross the small ship basin.
Bridgetown gained its prominence because harbors on Barbados are rare. Today this port is used by a few pleasure craft. The northern bank bears the street name The Wharf which
reflects its importance in olden days. Ships tied up off shore and freight and passengers were transferred to rowboats which landed here.
An artificial port has been constructed to the west of downtown to hold four or five cruise and freight ships.
The town retains a busy colonial feel with a population of about 100,000.
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