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On DECEMBER 6, 1492 Christopher Columbus first laid eyes on the
pristine shores of the island of Hispanola. Lush with fruits and towering
mahogany trees Haiti became known as "La Perle des Antilles" or "the Pearl of the Caribbean".
What
was once France's richest colony today has become one of the world's poorest
nations, hindered by dictatorships, depleted natural resources, and overwhelming
spiritual darkness.
H O P E F O R H A I T I
Whether you are planning a trip or would just like to learn more about Haiti we invite you to visit the rest of this web site. Our hope
is that one day you would learn first hand of the beauty of Haiti that
endures to this day - that of its culture and of its people.
| BRIEF FACTS ABOUT HAITI: |
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Haiti is the oldest black republic in the world. |
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Population: approximately 8.3 million, almost entirely of African origin |
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Employment rate: 30% |
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Illiteracy rate: 48% |
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Religion: Catholic 85%, Voodoo 90% |
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Languages: French (official), kreyol (most widely spoken) |
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Current government: Elected president |
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Haiti is the poorest and most densely populated country in the Western Hemisphere. |
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Average life expectancy is 52 years. |
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