White Witch - the ever present ghost of Rose Hall Plantation

Many wonder if the legend of Annie Palmer, the White Witch of Rose Hall is true. There have been epic songs (by Johnny Cash), books (Herbert G. de Lisser, published in 1929), many TV shows and movies detailing the romantic entanglement highlighted by infidelity, voodoo and witchcraft.

Rose Hall has been beautifully restored to its original 1770 features with a few added touches by the now owner, Michele Rollins (who owns the majority of land and golf courses in the Rose Hall area).

As you enter the grounds of Rose Hall Plantation, you can't help but sense that spirits and ghost are watching your every move. The tour guides dress in traditional Jamaican outfits moving small groups through the Georgian mansion with detailed stories of Annie Palmer, Takoo and many others.

I've visited Rose Hall Plantation on many occasions, even touring the house on Halloween night. Each time, I discover something new during my visits. Also, with each visit I sense that we're certainly not alone as we view the restored rooms and estate.

Rose Hall Plantation tour is certainly one of the most entertaining on the island and should be included in everyone's tour itinerary. The Rollins family make certain that you are fully informed of the brutality of slavery as it existed in Jamaica and on many of the Caribbean islands.

Visiting the grave of Annie Palmer and walking the wonderfully manicured grounds brings full circle the notion of birth, death and reincarnation.

Nomad's Lens' goal is not to recount the legend of Annie Palmer, the White Witch of Rose Hall in this article. If you want details of the legend of Annie Palmer, visit gonomad.com and search 'Annie Palmer'.

Our goal is to show you through wonderful photographs why you should visit Rose Hall Plantation on your next trip to the beautiful island of Jamaica.