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Kingston

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18.00° N
76.79° W

Country / area: Jamaica
Time zone identifier: America/Jamaica
Currency reference: JMD
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Kingston / Food

Is Ackee Safe to Eat in Jamaica? Why the Pod Must Open

Ackee is safe when the pod has opened naturally on the tree and the seed and red membrane are removed. Unripe ackee contains hypoglycin A, which cooking does not destroy.

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Kingston / First-time visitor

Kingston Reggae History: Trench Town, Tuff Gong, Museums

Kingston's reggae history sits in two areas: Hope Road uptown and Trench Town, Tuff Gong and Tower Street in the west and downtown. Schedules, prices and how to plan the day.

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