Saint James (Barbados)

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Introduction

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Saint James, a parish on the western side of Barbados, is Barbados' premier tourist magnet. Frequented by the rich and very rich, Paynes Bay (known alternatively as the Platinum Coast) is dotted with luxury hotels, resorts and mansions, and attracts visitors to its popular shopping areas and excellent cuisine. Historically, it is also significant for being the site of the first European landing in Barbados, which occurred at Holetown in 1625.