Guadeloupe / Place guide
Discover Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe is a French overseas department in the Caribbean. Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre are the main neighbouring islands, with different landscapes. Smaller islands add further local settings within the wider archipelago.
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Two islands, contrasting terrain
Basse-Terre is mountainous and volcanic, with extensive greenery. Grande-Terre has different relief and more open coastal areas. Their close position does not make the landscapes identical.
Capital and wider urban network
Basse-Terre is the capital on its namesake island. Pointe-à-Pitre's surrounding region has another important economic role. French administration and Creole culture coexist, with individual places revealing different expressions of this shared island world.
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Start with the city overview, then zoom in to explore streets and landmarks. The location point does not define municipal boundaries.