The Trident Castle: A Caribbean Folly

The Trident Castle, located on Pegg Point near Port Antonio, Jamaica, is a captivating structure with a rich history. Built in the late 1970s by architect Earl Levy for Baroness Elisabeth Siglindy Stephan von Stephanie Thyssen, also known as Zigi Fami, it resembles a giant wedding cake with its white turrets and colonial-era design. The castle's design draws inspiration from the 1700s British colonial style.Originally intended as a private residence, the castle later became the subject of legal disputes, eventually leading to Levy's ownership. Today, Trident Castle is owned by Jamaican billionaire Michael Lee-Chin and is available for rent for special occasions, weddings, and film shoots. The castle boasts eight bedrooms, lavish amenities, a Romanesque pool, a private chapel, and even a helicopter pad. The dining room features a 22-foot long banquet table and a Baccarat crystal chandelier.Though the castle is not always open for public tours, its exterior and location offer a striking view. The castle sits on seven acres of land with manicured gardens, overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The area has a historical significance, as Turtle Crawle Bay was once used to corral turtles and provided shelter for pirate ships.