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Longwood is a settlement and a district of the British island of Saint Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean. Description. Longwood had a population of 765 in 2021, a decrease of 195 residents when compared with the population of 960 recorded in 1998. [1] . The area of the district is 33.4 square kilometres (12.9 sq mi). [2] .
Longwood is in the north-east of St Helena. It is the second largest district by area (after Blue Hill) and is home to around 17% of the island’s population {1}. Because of its warm, wet climate and rich soil it is a centre for agriculture (see image, right).
Longwood House is a mansion in St. Helena and the final residence of Napoleon Bonaparte, the former Emperor of the French, during his exile on the island of Saint Helena, from 10 December 1815 until his death on 5 May 1821.
Longwood House is some 6 km from Jamestown and has twice been voted one of the Seven Wonders of St Helena. It was the residence of Napoleon, during most of his exile on St Helena, arriving on 10 th December 1815 {1} and dying here on 5 th May 1821.
Longwood House was the residence of Napoleon Bonaparte, during his exile on St. Helena from 10 th December 1815 until his death on 5 th May 1821. It is situated in the district of Longwood, some 6 km (3.7 miles) from Jamestown and is one of the 7 Wonders of St. Helena.
Beautifully preserved, Longwood House is a must on any visit to St Helena. It's included on most of the Island tours. There are some wonderful exhibits including the billiard table, portraits, original furniture and excellent replicas of his death bed and death mask. The surrounding gardens provide a lovely setting and are well worth wandering ...
Today, Longwood House is known internationally as the place where Napoleon died on 5th May 1821. Thanks to the efforts of the French consul, the house is in excellent condition and there is extensive interpretation telling the story of Napoleon’s life and death at Longwood. Longwood Walls.
Dec 13, 2012 · Discover Longwood House in Longwood, Saint Helena: Napoleon’s home in exile, decorated with poisonous wallpaper.
The buildings are located on the Longwood plateau, one of the most exposed places on the island of St Helena. In addition, the house where the Emperor spent his exile extends from North to South in a straight line without much architectural coherence.
Longwood House has a veranda, a room with a snooker table, a dining room, a living room, a library, a bathroom and two bedrooms. Today, all of Napoleon’s apartments in Longwood House are home to French heritage collections and can be visited.
