Saint-Pierre, Coastal commune in northwestern Martinique, France
Saint-Pierre is a coastal town in northwestern Martinique, France, situated between Mount Pelée and the Caribbean Sea. The Roxelane River divides the settlement into two distinct districts, each with its own local character and layout.
The settlement was founded in 1635 and grew to become one of the island's main economic centers. This establishment marked the beginning of a long period of trade and growth in the region.
The town holds numerous archaeological sites and colonial buildings from earlier times. These structures tell stories of life and commerce in what was once a prosperous center of the Caribbean island.
A volcanological museum displays artifacts and documents related to the area's past, offering insight into the town's story. Several shipwrecks in the bay attract diving enthusiasts who want to explore the underwater surroundings.
During a natural disaster in 1902, only a handful of people survived from thousands, including a man who was locked in a prison cell. This fact makes the location a testament to one of the most devastating natural events in modern history.
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