Discovered by Christofer Columbus , it is famous as “the island of sugar” where is still made a strong rhum.

But the main attractions are the numerous geological curiosities, like a large natural bridge (Guele Grand Gouffre) in the north side or the enormous cavern called Grotte du Trou à Diable in the middle east side.

To testimony the ancient activities, there are ruins of old mills and ancient distilleries.

The white and unpolluted beaches are protected by the coral reef.