Port Stanley, Falkland Islands

Not all cruise ship passengers get to visit Port Stanley. The opening into the Port is narrow so usually passengers are sent ashore by tender boats. So I hope you feel extra lucky to visit.

Today there is a howling wind and it is 5 degrees Celsius so rug up. The island itself is a mix of sand dunes. Rocky outcrops and heathland.

Most two legged animals were freezing but not these happy little fellows.

Yes penguins! I was so excited. There are 5 species on the island. These are Magellanic. There was a group having a meeting on the beach.

It would be tempting to look at them all day but it’s across the headland for us and back to town. Here , apart from tussock grass are some of the plants.

During World War 11 , the Falklands were important as a defence outpost. I hope the guns don’t work any more or we will be stranded.

Although being multicultural, Port Stanley has retained its English identity. Some buildings date back to the late 1800’s.

Let’s head for the museum, it’s SNOWING!

The museum is an eclectic mix of the Falkland’s history. Their collection is amazing. What caught your eye?

Perhaps these candles may be useful to deter burglars.

Rodney Guinea Pig liked this display. He felt he had something in common with the birds

I liked this painting from a soldier after the Falkland war.

Coffee, yes please.

Well it is still snowing but it’s not so cold now. Let’s check out the monuments before we head back.

I think we have explored most of the town…. there are a few shipwrecks and don’t forget the names of the English ships marked on the harbour hillside.

Port Stanley certainly embraces its history, doesn’t it. I love the bright wavy roofs( corrugated steel) and the heath, even the yellow gorse( an invasive species) adds to the atmosphere of the town. Do you have a favourite? We are all at sea again tomorrow before Puerto Madryn