Saint Lucia

5 places in the index.

Each dot is a place in the index. The list below names them all.

Places in Saint Lucia

Canaries
Canaries is a small coastal town of 2,200 residents founded by the French in the 18th century. Located south of Castries on Saint Lucia's western coast, it offers stunning beaches and a quieter alternative to the capital.
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Castries
Castries is Saint Lucia's capital with a population of just over 11,000, founded by the French in 1650. The city doesn't have a lot to offer visitors and is usually just a place you pass through on your way to the more obvious attractions of the island.
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Gros Islet
Gros Islet is the newest town in Saint Lucia, promoted from village status and sitting at the far northern end of the island. It offers a more laid-back alternative to the capital Castries while remaining accessible to larger resorts and Rodney Bay Marina.
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Marigot Bay
Marigot Bay is a picturesque harbor town on Saint Lucia's western coast, famous for its sheltered marina filled with sailing yachts, including vessels belonging to celebrities. The bay was featured in the 1967 film Doctor Dolittle and offers a more laid-back alternative to Castries.
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Soufriere
Soufriere is the former capital of Saint Lucia and one of the most scenic destinations on the island, framed by the dramatic Pitons mountains. The town offers a unique combination of volcanic attractions including the active Sulphur Springs, lush botanical gardens with hot springs, and a working plantation with ziplining and chocolate-making tours.
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