Cedros

Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago

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Cedros is a coastal area located on a peninsula at the southwestern tip of Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, named by Spanish sailors due to the once abundant cedar trees in the region. It is the southernmost point of Trinidad, just miles from the coast of Venezuela, and has historically been a fishing village and coconut-growing area.

In the 1800s, Cedros estates produced cotton and sugar, with rum as a major export, before shifting to crops like bananas, cocoa, and coffee after the decline of the sugar industry. The area has faced challenges from natural disasters like the 1933 hurricane and diseases affecting coconut trees, impacting its agricultural economy.

Today, Cedros relies on small-scale fishing, coconut harvesting, and light tourism, with the proximity to Venezuela influencing its cultural and economic dynamics. It also faces issues related to land development and preservation of its rich historical heritage, including old estates, colonial structures, and indigenous artifacts.