Saint Lucia is an island republic in the Eastern Caribbean with the Pitons, a pair of steeply tapered mountains on the west coast. The island's beauty and romance enthral anyone who touches foot on Saint Lucia's coastlines. She always warmly welcomes guests with her relaxing waves, attractive beaches, and friendly people. As the only sovereign nation named after a woman, the island embodies adventure and inspiration. Her visitors are always ready to return and hesitant to leave. Volcanic beaches, reef diving locations, luxury resorts, and fishing towns may all find along the coast. Trails through the interior rainforest led to waterfalls such as the 15-meter-high Toraille. Castries, the capital, is a major cruise ship port. This travel guide will take you through your dream holiday in Saint Lucia. Capital: Castries International Airport: Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) Population: 184,785 Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollar Time: GMT -4 Driving side: Left Main Electricity: 230V-50Hz Official Language: English Religion: Roman Catholic
Travellers looking for a calm beach holiday with energetic hobbies and lovely island culture would enjoy St. Lucia. The verdant rainforest, Pidgeon Island National Park, and the Tet Paul Nature Trail are popular hiking destinations. La Soufriere is famous for its mud baths, sulphur springs, the gorgeous iconic Botanical Gardens, and the charming Anse Mamin black-sand beach. A variety of eateries provide everything from green figs and saltfish to cassava bread. You can get a taste of the local food. On Friday nights, there's a famous Gros Islet Fish Fry, as well as a cricket match in the afternoon.
