The fort has an interesting history. The French began construction of Fort Frederick in 1779, and the British then completed it in 1791. It is nicknamed the “backwards facing fort” because its cannons face inland instead of out to sea, thanks to the French who feared a surprise land attack after they used this successful strategy with the British. In 1850, the fort was abandoned completely until it was later occupied by the Grenadian military. Fort Frederick offers stunning views of St. George’s and the sea. You’ll find it at the end of winding hairpin turns atop Richmond Hill.