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St. Lucia

Fantastic investment properties located between Martinique and St. Vincent in St. Lucia which covers 238 square miles. This is a physically dramatic Caribbean island, with dense tropical forests, the towering peaks of Gros Piton and Petit Piton, a volcano, sulfur springs, mineral baths and secluded beaches.

St. Lucia's early history is sketchy, as to whether the island was discovered by Columbus in 1503, or by his map maker Juan de la Cosa in 1499. The French eventually settled the island in 1650, but were constantly challenged by the British which meant the St. Lucia changed flags 14 times before the British finally triumphed in 1803. The French influence is still very evident in the culture, the language spoken (Patois, a Creole-like dialect) and local cooking which still has French derivations. St. Lucia still remained British through to 1979, when it became an independent state within the British Commonwealth of Nations.

St. Lucia presents what by most opinions is now a rarity in the Caribbean: a natural wonderland of lush, mountainous topography and a mostly undeveloped island. Currently, St. Lucia's commodities are simple: ubiquitous, coconut palms, banana plantations, and radiant colors. Development is certainly occurring, but the island will continue offering raw beauty for many years to come.

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