Island destinations have an elusive charm that cannot be replicated! So if you have been thinking of opting in for an Island destination for your vacation, then Pointe-à-Pitre can be a fantastic choice to explore. With its scenic landscapes and mesmerizing tourist sites, this island has been a coveted island destination for many. And if you want to travel cheap, then you can opt in for low international airfare from airfarenetwork.com.

The Pointe-à-Pitre is located on the island of Grand-Terre and is considered to the biggest city as well as an economic center of the Guadeloupe along with a sheltered cruise ship port which is situated at a distance of five minutes from the town. Being founded back in the mid 1600’s, this vibrant and busy Market town is considered to be quaint yet small that can be crossed in as much as 15 minutes. There are very well maintained 19th century buildings that dot the ancient streets for instance the Rue Achille and the René-Boisneuf along with some of the vibrant markets that is an amazing place to enjoy and absorb the local fervour of this town. Here you can also get for yourself tropical produces such as the aromatic spices and other local buys at an affordable price.

In this island, one of the primary tourist sites is the Place de la Victoire, which is a park that is encompassed by quaint homes and eateries. Close to the Pointe-à-Pitre, there is the commune of Le Gosier along with its huge marina and other tourist site, which itself is a gateway for several excursions to the islands of Les Saintes and Marie-Galante. So once you have booked your low international airfare you can decide on the sites to explore here.

 
Place de la Victoire
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This is a huge park that is fringed with mango trees as well as royal palms. Being an iconic tourist site of the island, the Place de la Victoire provides the tourists with the chance to unwind at the sidewalk cafes that dot the Rue Bebion towards the west side of this park and also take a stroll way past the quaint old homes alongside the Rue de Comdt Mortenal on the eastern corner.

 
Museum Saint John Perse
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The Museum Saint John Perse (Musée Municipal Saint-John Perse) is created in honour of Nobel Laureate and well-known poet known as Alexis Saint-Léger. The museum is located inside a renovated colonial house of two stories that dates back to 19th century. As you enter the ground floor, travelers can explore the amazing era Creole residence. The top floor here comprises of the exhibits of the poet’s life, a videotheque and library. Book lovers and history buffs will enjoy this place.

 
Markets and Shopping Streets
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This is the time to make the most of the savings that you made by opting in for low international airfare to this island. The busy and vibrant markets of this island exude a great cultural essence. Here you will come across the local crafts, flowers of bright hues, fragrant spices, and tropical fruits along with a delectable feast at harbour-side market along side La Darse, which is the inner harbour road. Here the fishing boats are tied up and the catch is sold. There are other markets too, such as the Flower Market, Saint-Antoine, Saint-Jules and many more. Here the shopping hot spots comprise of the Center Saint-John Perse along with some of the jewelery shops of Schoelcher Streets, Nozières and Frébault. There are other small stores as well that you can come across and get some of the fabulous local buys.

 
Iron Cathedral
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The stunning Cathédrale de St Pierre et St Paul in Pointe-à-Pitre showcases the arches that has created with riveted iron girders, which in turn reflects the impact of past hurricanes and earthquakes.

 
Aquarium de la Guadeloupe
http://www.aquariumdelaguadeloupe.com

Considered to be one of the stunning French Aquariums, the Aquarium de la Guadeloupe in Gossier features the island’s impressive marine life. This museum is located at a distance of 11 minutes by a car from the Pointe-à-Pitre. Here you will come across over and above 60 species of tropical fishes along with turtles and sharks and are also contained in many ponds. There are snorkelling tours too that are famous with adults and children here.

 
Gosier
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A connect of Pointe-a-Pitre, the Gosier happens to be a scenic seaside town that has a huge marina, several shops and tourist accommodations. The boats to Marie-Galante and Les Saintes depart right rom here. Close to the Fort Fleur d’Epé is located the remnants of the French garrison that was established back in 1759 to fortify the site against English raids. If you love photography, then you will have a great time enjoying the rusting cannons, flowering trees along with sea views.

 
Fête des Cuisinières
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Popularly known as the Festival of the Women Cooks, the Fête des Cuisinières is an annual event taking place in August in this island. Here the women gets all dressed up in vibrant attires and take part in the celebrations all through the day. There’s food, dancing and many entertainment options as well. The tickets here get sold out very fast as it a popular event to attend. So if you are planning to visit this island in August, make sure to get your tickets well ahead of time to be able to attend this event.

 
Museum Schoelcher
http://www.ville-pointeapitre.fr/le-musee-schoelcher

The Museum Schoelcher, is a popular tourist site in Pointe-à-Pitre, that has been dedicated to the life and the great works of Victor Schoelcher, who was a prominent activist. He was also instrumental in working towards removing slavery in Guadeloupe. Located inside a quaint colonial building, this popular museum showcases some of the interesting artefacts and exhibits at the time of the slave trade along with the best art works that belonged to none other than Monsieur Schoelcher.

So all you have to do is get your low international airfare to Pointe-à-Pitre from airfarenetwork.com and make the most of your stay here!

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