Friday, February 09, 2007

Saint Pierre, Martinique

After the eruption the in 1902 30.000 people died because of the governor and the elections being 1 week away, he did not want to evacuate, and did not tell the people of the situation.








Pineapple fields, and Banana plantations


























The Chateau at the foot of Mt. Pele for the Rum Distillery

The Rum Distillery



Downtown St. Pierre



The town of Saint Pierre looking towards Mt. Pele Volcano










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Rick, Deb and Izzy aboard M/V Broulee said...

Carol - nice job. It is extremely difficult to leave a comment on your sight.
Deb

8:01 AM

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