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Cap-Haitian Suffused with History

Cap-Haitian Suffused with History

Around every bend in Cap-Haitian, the past speaks and city historians are eager to share its lore.

On Rue 19 lived Joseph Laroche, who drowned when the Titanic sank, the one Black person aboard the ship.

Rue 18 was where Antenor Firmin began his life, rising to prominence as the initial Haitian anthropologist in the Americas.

Rue 13 produced Oswald Durand, a poet and songwriter, who wrote "Yellow Bird".

European royalty has also resided in Cap-Haitian, another part of its intriguing past.

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Streets Of Cap-Haitian

Streets Of Cap-Haitian

In the historic city of Cap-Haitian, you will find streets that are very narrow. This picture demonstrate the homes, balconies so close to each other, it gives you the feeling that you can touch the next one. Also in some of the streets in Cap-Haitian, only one car can travel at the time

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Antique Cap-Haitian's Old Period Architecture

Antique Cap-Haitian's Old Period Architecture

The antique city of Cap-Haitian is sandwiched between North Coast mountains and the Caribbean Sea. The architecture is French Colonial period, swathed in multi-hued colors. Brilliantly-painted tap-taps jostle along on constricted streets, crowding out pedestrians, who dart between them to get to their journey's end.

Food vendors do a brisk business selling local fast foods on sidewalks, for example fritay. The markets, hotels, schools, dining spots, and places of worship are all well-maintained, and pleasant to visit.

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Cap-Haitian a French Colonial Paradise

Cap-Haitian a French Colonial Paradise

Cap-Haitian rates as the second densest city next to Port-au-Prince, a population of 190,000 residents.

Henri Christophe, a Haitian monarch, proclaimed Cap-Haitian capital of North Haiti, naming it Cap Henry.

Cap-Haitian baroque architecture has survived over 300 years, its facades a world of lost gentility and courtliness.

Cap-Haitian's coastline is sprinkled with placid white-sand beaches and the Citadelle Laferriere is a not-to-be-missed experience. It increases its mystique as years pass.

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Cap-Haitian Ancient Legacy

Cap-Haitian Ancient Legacy

Cap-Haitian ranks as the second most populated Haitian city next to Port-au-Prince, numbering 190,000 residents.

Cap-Haitian baroque architecture has kept its dramatic magnetism over three centuries. Its ancient edifices speak of a by-gone colonial society.

Labadee, its most popular beach, is an island of serenity, far from chaotic Port-au-Prince. Run by Royal Caribbean, it attracts more tourism than other areas on the island.

Citadelle Laferriere, an architectural masterpiece, reigns over the city. It has survived the 1842 earthquake, a must-see for tourists, who flock to witness its grandeur.

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Cap-Haitian's Spellbinding Beauty

Cap-Haitian's Spellbinding Beauty

Cap Haitian was colonized in the 1700s by France, whose sense of baroque beauty transformed it into "The Paris of the West".

Cap Haitien architecture has retained its intricate ornamental appeal over 300 years. Its antique structures create a world of lost gentility.

Cap-Haitian waters are serene, its beaches Eden-like and inviting. Popular Labadee beach is an island of serenity.

Citadelle Laferriere monument, considered an architectural wonder of the world, is a living piece of history, gaining in mystery and stature as time passes.

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Eveche, Cap-Haitien

Eveche, Cap-Haitien

Here is a picture of the Eveche of cap-Haitien.Anyone who is from cap would know about it

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Home of Nord Alexis in cap-haitian

Home of Nord Alexis in cap-haitian

Here is a picture of Former Haitian president Nord Alexis.

Pierre Nord Alexis was President of Haiti from 21 December 1902 to 2 December 1908.
He became president by leading troops loyal to him into the country's Chamber of Deputies and forcing the legislators to declare him president

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