Hanover
From Jamaica2Rhatid
The parish of hanover, the third smallest in Jamaica is situated at the north-western end of the island and has an area of 450.0 sq km (173.9 sq miles). Lucea, the capital, was a busier town than Montego bay in colonial days. Important towns includes Bloody Bay, Negril, Green Island, Sandy Bay, and Hopewell. Yams, sugar cane, pimento, turmeric, and breadfruit are major agricultural produce while cattle, pigsma and goats are reared. The highest elevation is Birchs Hill 1809 feet high, the Dolphin Head highest point is 1789 feet. National Hero, The Right Excellent Sir Alexander Bustamante was born at Blenheim in the parish.
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Attractions
The Cabaritta River, Ruins at Kenilworth, Tryall Estate, Hanover Museum, Fort Charlotte, Hanover Parish Church
Hospitals
Noel Holmes Hospital
MPs and Councillors
- Hanover Western
- Mr. Ian Dave Hayles - MP
- Councillors: Easton L. Edwards, John A. Lee, Collville Allen, Fredricous A. Miller
- Hanover Eastern
- Dr. Donald Keith Duncan - MP
- Councillors: Wynter McIntosh, Derrick M. Foster, Lloyd D. Hill
Schools - Secondary and Tertiary
Green Island High, Hopewell High, Knockalva Technical High, Merlene Ottey High, Rhodes Hall High, Rusea's High
Knockalva Agricultural
