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Country Information

Population
89,995
Area
1,128 km²
Largest City
Fort-de-France
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
MQ / MTQ
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
French
Currency
Euro (€) - €100
Coordinates
Decimal:14.6037, -61.0742
DMS:14°36′13″N, 61°04′27″W
Elevation
Highest:1,397 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:699 m
International Dialing Code
+596

Time Zones

• America/Martinique| AST (UTC-4)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Fort-de-France
Southernmost
Fort-de-France
Easternmost
Fort-de-France
Westernmost
Fort-de-France

About Martinique

Martinique is an overseas department and region of France located in the Caribbean Sea.
The island was originally inhabited by the Arawak and Carib peoples before the arrival of Europeans.
Christopher Columbus claimed Martinique for France in 1502 during his fourth voyage to the Americas.
The island played a significant role in the sugar trade during the 17th and 18th centuries, becoming a wealthy colony.
The eruption of Mount Pelée in 1902 resulted in the destruction of the town of Saint-Pierre and killed nearly 30,000 people.
Martinique has a rich cultural heritage that blends French, African, and Caribbean influences, reflected in its music, dance, and cuisine.
The island is known for its vibrant Carnival celebrations, which feature colorful costumes, parades, and traditional music.
French is the official language of Martinique, but Antillean Creole is widely spoken among the local population.
The economy of Martinique is largely based on tourism, agriculture, and the service sector, with rum production being a notable industry.
The island is home to several natural parks, including the Parc Naturel Régional de la Martinique, which showcases its diverse ecosystems.
Martinique has a unique mix of Catholic and Afro-Caribbean religious practices, with many festivals reflecting this syncretism.
The island boasts beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and the scenic Mount Pelée, which is an active volcano.
Famed for its rum distilleries, Martinique produces some of the finest rums in the world, recognized for their quality and flavor.
The Fort-de-France Bay is one of the most picturesque natural harbors in the Caribbean, surrounded by lush mountains and tropical scenery.

Cities in Martinique

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Cities by Population

Fort-de-FranceLe LamentinSainte-Marie

Popular Cities in Martinique

Fort-de-France
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