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Updated January 18, 2024

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Longwood House

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Napoleon’s home in exile, decorated with poisonous wallpaper.
The 699 stone steps leading up from Jamestown to Ladder Hill and Half Tree Hollow, St Helena

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Jacob's Ladder

A grueling 699-step stairway to a heavenly view of the island of Saint Helena.
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