The decision was both convenient and questionable
Ah, but there’s more to the story! It turns out that the governor also owned a paint factory located on this island. Some sources claim that might have slightly influenced his decision.
Regardless, it stuck
Painting the buildings in various colors continued. It actually became a tradition. It went on for centuries and continues to this very day. Some travel pundits pose that the painting presents a visual representation of the island’s vibrant culture.
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