Oistins Bay

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Oistins Bay is a hamlet located southeast of Carlisle Bay, close to the southernmost point of Barbados, South Point.

It's the largest town in the Christ Church Parish, and has been (and still is) the center of a vibrant fishing community for hundreds of years. In the market place there, you can still buy a variety of cleaned or cooked Seafood year round. There's a regular fish fry going on Fridays and Saturdays, along with a great many pop-up shops with artists and crafts offered.

It’s also a place to get a 'Bajean' (Barbadian) treat, the islands take-a-way or fast food: Flying Fish sandwich. Also, there are several restaurants throughout the Oistins Bay Area, as well as night life, consisting of clubs and dance halls.

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