Soufriere
Soufriere
In early years of French colonization, Soufriere was the main town of the island. It was an agricultural center and today one find many plantations scattered along the mountain ridges. One can view the complete process of cocoa production, walk along splendid garden paths, soak in healthful mineral waters, or swim beneath waterfalls. The waters surrounding Soufriere are world renowned for their fabulous sea life, a basis for fantastic scuba and snorkeling opportunities.
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Yet, this area today is most widely recognized for its natural wonders. The Pitons are two majestic volcanic plugs that rise to heights of over 2600 feet for Gros Piton and approximately 2400 feet for petit piton. They are magnificent when viewed from land and absolutely awe-inspiring when viewed from the sea. It is not surprising to learn that the Pitons and the area surrounding them have been designated as a World Heritage Site. Beyond the Piton ridge the Qualibou Caldera emits pungent steam from the numerous fumaroles. A collapse in the rim of the St. Lucia volcanic crater allows for the pressure created by the churning magna to escape through underground springs in a spew of boiling pools, blackened by the heavy mineral content. An interpretation center offers scientific explanations including a discussion of how this phenomenon acts as a volcanic safety value, before a guide takes visitors to the lookout point to view down into the ominous depths.
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Yet, this area today is most widely recognized for its natural wonders. The Pitons are two majestic volcanic plugs that rise to heights of over 2600 feet for Gros Piton and approximately 2400 feet for petit piton. They are magnificent when viewed from land and absolutely awe-inspiring when viewed from the sea. It is not surprising to learn that the Pitons and the area surrounding them have been designated as a World Heritage Site. Beyond the Piton ridge the Qualibou Caldera emits pungent steam from the numerous fumaroles. A collapse in the rim of the St. Lucia volcanic crater allows for the pressure created by the churning magna to escape through underground springs in a spew of boiling pools, blackened by the heavy mineral content. An interpretation center offers scientific explanations including a discussion of how this phenomenon acts as a volcanic safety value, before a guide takes visitors to the lookout point to view down into the ominous depths.