Bridgetown - Independence Arch

The arch which sits at the southern end of Chamberlain Bridge was built in 1987 to commemorate 21 years of independence gained November 30, 1966. Reliefs of the flying fish and pelican, two symbols of Barbados, adorn the two pillars. Overhead the coat of arms repeats these animals plus the national flower (Pride of Barbados) and national tree (Bearded Fig) from which the island got its name. The motto is Pride and Industry.