This 100-acre lake releases asphalt from the depths below and is the largest natural asphalt lake in the world.

The home of the scarlet ibis, Trinidad's national bird.

This peaceful community of monks, one of the oldest in the Caribbean, has a guesthouse for visitors.

Refuge containing two lakes, nature trails and a wide variety of different birds.

This popular beach spot fulfills the fantasy of the ideal Caribbean beach, but is just as famous for the scenic rainforest drive that must be made to reach it.

Several different species of birds inhabit this swamp, one of the largest wetlands in the Caribbean.

One of Trinidad's several mud volcanoes which usually sit dormant, but occasionally spew mud hundreds of feet into the air.

Home to a large collection of works by Trinidad artists and a number of exhibits on the cultural history of the island.

This park features mansions from the Spanish colonial era, interesting stores and street vendors.

This temple is amazing.  Built when the South Asians were not permitted to build on cane land, this temple is on the water and is reached by a small foot bridge.  Images of Ganesh, Siddartha and...

A quiet beach on Trinidad's southeastern coast.

This new national park was recently commissioned to help preserve Trinidad's wildlife.

An always-crowded open-air club with frequent dance parties.

This building houses the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago.

Also called Independence Square, the recently refurbished center of Port of Spain is popular place to relax, with benches, street vendors and free concerts.

Home to frequent performances by the greats of calypso.

Established in 1959 by Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott, this troupe stages popular dramatic performances.