Ouest, Administrative division in Haiti
Located in the western section of Haiti, this department spans 4,983 square kilometers and encompasses the national capital city of Port-au-Prince.
The department was formally established in 1801 under Governor-General Toussaint Louverture, transforming the previous provincial system into a departmental structure.
The department maintains strong African and French influences through local festivals, traditional music performances, and art exhibitions in Port-au-Prince.
Port-au-Prince International Airport serves as the primary transportation hub, connecting travelers to five distinct arrondissements within the department.
With over four million residents concentrated in urban zones, this department records the highest population density in Haiti at 810 people per square kilometer.
Location: Haiti
Capital city: Port-au-Prince
Elevation above the sea: 55 m
Shares border with: Nippes, Sud-Est, Centre, Artibonite, Pedernales Province, Independencia
GPS coordinates: 18.57300,-72.24000
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:03
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