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History of Martinique

Martinique History & Heritage Guide 2026

Martinique's past, on the ground: the sites, museums, and eras that explain what you're seeing.

Martinique is a French Caribbean island and overseas region located in the Lesser Antilles, blending volcanic landscapes, white and black sand beaches, lush rainforest, and a sophisticated Creole culture. As a full part of France and the European Union, it offers the comfort of French infrastructure alongside a distinctly Caribbean soul.