La Savane, Central park in Fort-de-France, Martinique.
Description
La Savane is a five-hectare park in central Fort-de-France planted with royal palms, traveller's trees, and bougainvillea. The space blends green areas with historical monuments and offers a leafy refuge within the urban landscape.
History
The site began as marshland in the 17th century and gradually transformed into a central gathering place. A turning point came in 1859 with the installation of Empress Josephine's statue, which marked the location's historical importance.
Culture
The park serves as the heart of local celebrations, where residents gather for carnival processions, commemorations, and official ceremonies throughout the year. Walking through, you sense how this space connects people to their shared history and identity.
Practical
The park sits between Fort Saint-Louis and downtown Fort-de-France and is free to visit at any time of day or night. You can walk through or sit down whenever you like without needing to plan ahead.
Did you know?
The park underwent major renovation in 2011 that added modern facilities while keeping the historical monuments intact. This blend of renewal and preservation makes it a contemporary space rooted in the past.
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