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Mundens Battery
Mundens Battery is situated to the East of Jamestown when standing at the seafront and looking out to sea. It is a walk that can be done leisurely at any time of day and takes approximately an hour, however to capsulate the historical events that took place and to explore the ruins remaining two hours would be ample timing.
Pictures: Jamestown, The Sea Front and The Coast below Mundens Battery (Click to Enlarge)
The recommended entry to Mundens is via Castle Gardens or Harbour View. The pathway is rugged but with suitable footwear it becomes relatively easy. The entire walk lends itself to diverse sceneries and historical features that include:
Pictures: Coastal view from Mundens and Ruins (Click to Enlarge)
Mundens is home to a number of fairy terns and trophies that are constantly seen nesting on the cliff face, frolicking or returning with their days catch. The fairy tern is a majestic bird that attracts many a viewer and Mundens is a perfect place to capture them in all their glory.
Pictures: Fairy Terns, Buildings and View of James Bay (Click to Enlarge)
James Bay is the one and only exit/entrance to St. Helena therefore is home to the island’s entire marine fleet, which on a permanent basis consist of commercial and privately owned boats and temporarily accommodates visiting yachts, cruise ships and our very own RMS St. Helena (our life-line to the outside world). Mundens provides spectacular views of the bay and the ocean below.
Pictures: Looking towards Ruperts Bay and Sugarloaf (Click to Enlarge)
“A relatively easy walk that provides spectacular views of Jamestown, James Bay & other geological features”.
Pictures: Ruins and Cannons (Click to Enlarge)
More walks to follow soon.
