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New Grant

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Practical info — New Grant

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💡 Tips

Visit the nearby Devil’s Woodyard mud volcano, a site of geological interest and spiritual significance.
Pack a picnic for your visit to Devil’s Woodyard; there are benches and shaded areas for visitors.
Use New Grant as a convenient stopover when traveling between Princes Town and the southern coast.
Take note of the ornate Hindu temples in the surrounding area, showcasing the local culture.
Buy fresh produce from roadside vendors; the quality is often superior to city supermarkets.

🍽 Food

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Aloo Pie

A fried pastry filled with seasoned mashed potatoes, well-suited for a quick snack from a roadside vendor.

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Saheena

A savory fritter made with dasheen leaves and split pea flour, best enjoyed with tamarind chutney.

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Homemade Kurma

Crunchy sweet dough strips that are a popular local treat, often sold in small village shops.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Seasonal Fruits

Stop at the roadside stalls for the freshest mangoes, citrus, or pommerac depending on the season.

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Local Spice Blends

Small village shops often sell hand-mixed curry powders and local seasonings.

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Devil’s Woodyard Park

The open space around the mud volcano is excellent for a quiet afternoon break.

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Village Church Grounds

The local churches are often set in very peaceful, well-kept green areas.

New Grant is a historically significant village in southern Trinidad, located within the Princes Town Regional Corporation. The name originates from the land grants issued in 1815 and 1816 to Black American soldiers who fought for the British during the War of 1812. These settlers, known as the 'Merikins', established a unique cultural and social foundation for the community that persists today. The geography of New Grant is defined by rolling hills and fertile soil, which was historically dedicated to the flourishing sugar cane industry. In modern times, the village serves as a lively residential and minor commercial center blending traditional farming with small-scale enterprise. Its location near the town of Princes Town makes New Grant a strategic residential area for the regional workforce. The preservation of Merikin heritage and strong community ties remain central to the village's identity.