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Providenciales Attractions

More commonly known as "Provo", the most developed island in Turks and Caicos covers an area of 38mi/61km.

Provo is a diver's and water lover's heaven. Surrounded by beautiful white sand beaches, the most spectacular of which is the12mi/19km stretch located at Grace Bay and protected by a healthy barrier reef.

Provo offers modern conveniences, including hotels, a Golf Club, and full service grocery store. Downtown you will find retail shops, business offices and banks and a number of restaurants.

The population on Provo includes the islands' largest non-native population. The growing population is mainly due to the completion of the airport in 1984.
Ayurveda Spa at Coral Gardens
Ayurveda Spa at Coral Gardens is a day spa offering a full range of massage and body treatments.
Address
Coral Gardens
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
Turks and Caicos Islands
Bamboo Gallery
Bamboo Gallery is the art center of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Special emphasis is given to young Turks & Caicos painters.
Address
Bamboo Gallery
Box 264
The Market Place
Leeward-Going-Through Road
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
Turks and Caicos Islands
Hours
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Blue Hills Settlements
Blue Hills Settlement, one of Provo's oldest, is situated on Reef Harbor with a marvelous submarine garden.
Caicos Conch Farm and Island Sea Center
The Caicos Conch Farm and Island Sea Center offers a look at how Caribbean Queen conches are raised from veliger to adult plus a show with two trained and very friendly conches.
Address
Caicos Conch Farm and Island Sea Centre
Leeward Highway
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
Turks and Caicos Islands
Facilities
Gift shop
Chalk Sound National Park
Chalk Sound is a landlocked lagoon with limestone deposits. Only a thin stretch of land separates the sound from the ocean. The water is known for its beautiful turquoise color and lined with beaches. The area is highly developed with homes.
Cheshire Hall
Cheshire Hall is one of the key historic attractions on the island of Providenciales. The 200 year old ruins of this cotton plantation offer spectacular views over Provo.
Five Cays Settlement, Turks and Caicos Islands
Five Cays Settlement, situated in a beautiful bay on the south coast with a small harbor, is the chief settlement of Providenciales. Off shore are Five Cays recently designated as a National Park.
Malcolm's Road Beach
At Malcolm's Road Beach is aA beautiful and unspoiled reef, which is home to several marine fish and suitable for swimming and snorkeling. This uninhabited part of the island can be hiked.
Tips
Malcolm's Road is a rough ride.
Ports of Call
Ports of Call is the main shopping complex for Provo. Visitors will also find many dining options here.
Provo Golf Club
Considered one of the top ten golf courses in the Caribbean, The Provo Golf Course is blend of lush greens and fairways and Provo's rugged limestone outcroppings. 6,529 yds - par 72 - 18 holes.
Address
Provo Golf Club
Leeward Highway
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
Turks and Caicos Islands
Sapodilla Bay
Sapodilla Bay offers good protection for yachts.
Sapodilla Hill Rock Carvings
Stones engraved by shipwrecked sailors can be found on the hilltop overlooking Sapodilla Bay.
The Bight Settlements
One the oldest settlements on the island, the little fishing village known as Bight Settlements is built around fresh water supplies and gives the sense of a real Caribbean village.
The Hole
This naturally formed massive limestone hole is a highlight of Providenciales. People can be lowered down a rope where 80ft/24m down there is a swimming hole.
Turtle Cove
Turtle Cove offers a good range of boutiques in Provo.
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