Hanover is located on the eastern side of Negril, and shares a strip with Westmoreland. The capital town of Lucea has been known by many names, including Hastings Point and Lucea. From the hills overlooking Lucea Harbour, one can observe an expansive panorama of the bay. Similarly, the view from the Dolphin Head Mountain provides an extensive vista of the other parishes in the western side of the island.
HANOVER, JAMAICA
Historical Information
Hanover is a parish located on the north cape of the island of Jamaica. It lies west of St. James Parish, west of Westmoreland Proctor and between Montego Bay and Negril . The capital, Lucea , is situated on a beautiful harbour 25 miles west of Montego Bay and midway between Montego Bay and Negril . The highest point is Birch Hill (1810 ft or 550.2 m), followed by Dolphin Head (1789 ft or 543.8 m). Numerous caves, coves and bays mark the coastline of Hanover . Green Island is a small town located on the west coast between Negril and Lucea close to Orange Bay. It was once a thriving market town in the days when sugar was king.
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