A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia

A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia0Saint Lucia is a volcanic island with the only volcano in the world that you can drive to and watch-Soufriere Volcano. The territory has undulating mountains and beautiful scenery, and agriculture and tourism account for a major position in the national economy. There is a large rainforest in the center of the island, where tourists can always see parrots and birds of paradise flying among them. The island's charming villages are connected by winding roads, reflecting the beauty of the bay and the dotted landscape of palm trees inland. Saint Lucia is also rated as the best wedding destination in the world.

A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia1Soufrière is located in a small town on the southwest Caribbean coast of Saint Lucia. It has a unique landscape and an area of more than 3000 hectares. This is a town full of original ecology. Coral reefs cover almost 60% of the sea surface. The air in the valley is humid and bristled with sulfur smoke. The Soufriere Volcano is the highest point on the island. Many rare creatures live here, including 168 species of fish, 8 species of shellfish, 14 species of sponges and 15 species of arthropods.

Hawksbills, turtles, whales and sharks can also be seen near the coast. The vegetation types on the land surface include tropical rainforests, subtropical moist forests, and temperate dry woods and shrubs. These trees are tall and lush, which is very attractive to bird watchers, hikers and nature lovers. Soufrière is a paradise for birds, plants and wildlife.

A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia2Marigo Bay Marigo Bay is a bay in the Caribbean Sea located on the west coast of Saint Lucia, only 3.75 kilometers from Castries. Marigal Bay is a bay surrounded by mountains on three sides. The famous American novelist James Albert Michener once described Marigal Bay as "the most beautiful bay in the Caribbean Sea." At the same time, it also played a major role in the naval battles of France and Britain, and many battles between Britain and France were fought here.

In 1967, Marigo Bay became famous for the movie version of Hugh Loftin's novel "Doctor Doolittle". In the movie, Marigo Bay is the site of shipwreck, and the spectacular sight of huge pink marine snails and huge moths is amazing. Marigao Bay has beautiful and fascinating scenery. It is like a scenic spot. Its beauty is beyond words. Only by seeing it with your own eyes can you truly appreciate its charm. Currently, a series of high-end accommodation hotels have been established near Marigao Bay to provide convenience for tourists.

A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia3Walcott Square was originally called Columbus Square, located in the center of Castries, and was named Walcott Square in 1992. The reason was that in 1992, Nobel Prize winner Derrick Walcott appeared in the town. Derek Walcott was the winner of the 1992 Nobel Prize in Literature and the most important English-language poet and playwright in the Caribbean. The square was renamed Walcott Square in honor of this historical figure.

There is a monument in the middle of the square to commemorate the soldiers who died in the war, and a very large, very ancient tree, known locally as the Massav tree, which is said to be over 400 years old. To the east of the square is the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, established in 1897. The interior illustrations of the church and the decorations on the altar were painted by local painter Dunstan St. Omer. To the west of the square is a public library for local residents to come here to consult materials, read books, etc. In the south are rows of brightly colored buildings, which are very harmonious. The entire square is shaded by trees, the buildings are harmonious, and there is no sense of congestion or emptiness. It is a must-see place for tourists in Saint Lucia.

A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia4Castries is the capital and port of Saint Lucia in the West Indies, located in the northwest of the island of Saint Lucia. Castries was founded in 1650 by French colonists. It was a U.S. naval base during World War II and was rebuilt after being burned by fire in 1948. The harbor is shaded by hills, deep in water and hidden. It is a famous natural harbor in the West Indies. It can dock large seagoing ships with a draft of 12 meters. In addition, it serves as a major transportation route. From 1880 to the 1930s, it was once an important coal-adding station for shipping in South and North America.

Castries is the main source of most of the country's foreign trade goods entering and leaving. In 1980, its throughput was 3.12 million tons. Castri's industry mainly processes agricultural products, followed by soft drinks, soap, furniture and clothing. Most of the city's buildings were rebuilt after the 1953 fire. Castries Harbor is hidden in water and is a famous natural harbor in the West Indies. There are ancient castle ruins and botanical gardens near Castries. Castries is a well-known tourist resort in Saint Lucia, and Viggi Beach is a health resort, attracting many people here every year for recuperation.

A complete list of tourist attractions in Saint Lucia5The Pitong Mountain Reserve is adjacent to the town of Soufriere, covering an area of 2909 hectares. There is Pitong Mountain in the reserve. The two highest volcanoes are 770 meters and 743 meters high respectively. The continuous peaks and ridges are connected and extend to the sea surface. The volcanoes include an geothermal zone dotted with hot springs and sulphur-colored smoke.

Coral reefs cover almost 60% of the sea surface. A survey showed that there are 168 species of fin whales, 60 species of cnidarians including corals, 8 species of mollusks, 14 species of sponges, 11 species of echinoderms, 15 species of arthropods and 8 species of A annelworms. Tortoiseshell turtles appear near the coast, and whale sharks and pilot whales can also be seen on the sea. The main land plants are humid tropical forests and subtropical rainforests, and there are also a small number of dry forests and alpine dwarf forests on the top of the mountain. According to records, there are at least 148 species of plants in Dapitong Mountain, and at least 97 species of plants in Xiaopitong Mountain and the middle ridge, including 8 rare tree species. Mount Pitong is also home to approximately 27 bird species, 3 local rodent species, 1 possum species, 3 bat species, 8 reptiles species and 3 amphibians species.

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