Fort-de-France has a lot to offer visitors. The animated activity of the market place attracts several tourists. As Martinique is a department of France, you can even buy the latest French fashions and perfumes in the many shops scattered throughout the city.

In addition to shopping, visitors can also engage in activities such as swimming, sun bathing, fishing, snorkeling and other water sports. The cuisine of this region is very unique and very popular with the visitors. There are a number of French style cafes where you can avail of culinary delights.

The Schoelcher Library is probably the most beautiful monument in the city. Visitors here can marvel at the amazing architecture and browse through its collection of more than 130,000 books.

The Saint Louis Cathedral is another ancient monument that has been rebuilt many times after being destroyed by natural calamities throughout its 330 years of existence.

Basse Pointe offers visitors a unique cultural experience: from the tropical waters of the Caribbean and the colourful attire of the locals to the very latest in French ...