History and Heritage of Martinique

Visiting Martinique is not only a question of beaches and coconut trees. The island benefits from a remarkable cultural and historical heritage which is revealed, among others, in its numerous museums. Some of them are to be missed under no circumstances as they testify of the history and specificities of the archipelago.

An inevitable component of Creole culture, Martinican cuisine is one of its tastiest representatives. Spices, tropical fruits, local fish and meats, as many flavors as surprises. Discover our top 5 typical Martinican cooking recipes.

Sinobol (a Creole word), little known in mainland France, is nevertheless a characteristic element of Martinican culture and gastronomy. Behind this name, taken from the English snowball (snowball, for the less English-speaking), hides quite simply an ice cream!

Discovering Martinique also means understanding the culture and the environment of the territory. For lovers of flora and exotic fruits, the Banana Museum is a must. Zoom in on this wonderful place.

Martinique is not just beaches, sun, idleness and coconut trees! It is also a formidable historical and cultural heritage with many traditions that we invite you to discover, from carnival to gastronomy. Find some of the most rooted traditions on the island!

With many colors, Creole houses in Martinique appear to be frozen in time. Making a reminder of the colonial period, they are now one of the greatest treasures of the architectural heritage of ...