Nord-Ouest, Administrative department in northern Haiti
Nord-Ouest department spans 2,176 square kilometers along the Atlantic coast, featuring Port-de-Paix as its capital and containing three administrative districts.
The department emerged in 1844 through a territorial reorganization of Haiti, dividing from the original Nord and Ouest departments established during French colonial times.
Port-de-Paix maintains maritime traditions through its port activities, while local radio stations broadcast regional news and entertainment throughout the department.
The department includes three main administrative subdivisions: Port-de-Paix Arrondissement, Môle-Saint-Nicolas Arrondissement, and Saint-Louis-du-Nord Arrondissement, with a population of 662,777.
The department's location along the Atlantic coast creates opportunities for maritime trade, with Port-de-Paix functioning as a primary commercial gateway.
Location: Haiti
Capital city: Port-de-Paix
Shares border with: Artibonite, Nord
GPS coordinates: 19.95000,-72.83333
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:12
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