Maracas–Saint Joseph
Maracas–Saint Joseph is a colloquial name used in
It is known for its scenic views and lush greenery. The valley is a favourite for birdwatching among amateur and seasoned birdwatchers alike, especially hummingbirds at the Yerretê hummingbird attraction. Hiking is also a well-participated recreation within the valley with its two main hikes are to the Maracas Waterfall and the more high-level endurance hike over El Tucuche mountain to Maracas Bay. Also, there exists a variety of estates available for events such as weddings. This includes the Ortinola Estate, La Solidad, and the Santa Barbara Estate.
Lying north of the old capital of Spanish Trinidad, the valley was one of the first areas to be settled in Trinidad. The Maracas Royal Road, which runs up the valley, is one of the oldest roads in the country. It is drained by the
Maracas Valley is also home to the country's oldest tertiary institution,
Maracas Valley consists of a collection of developments, gated and not gated. Some of the older developments include Valley View, Mountain View, La Baja Heights, Mira Flores, Avondale Gardens and Poolside( One and two). More recently, the Maracas Gardens, Sarame Gardens, Acono Ridge and Alta Garcia Gardens have been developed. These communities tend to consist of one to four-story homes, built a variety of eye-catching designs.