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Okap Kreyòl ayisyen
/okap/
Definition: n. p. Vil.
Department: Nord
Population: Approximately 274,000
Distance from Port-au-Prince: About 170 kilometers (105 miles)
Main Economic Activities: Tourism, trade, agriculture
Landmarks: Citadelle Laferrière, Sans-Souci Palace, Cathédrale Notre-Dame du Cap-Haïtien
Geographical Features: Located on the northern coast of Haiti, with beautiful beaches nearby.
Historical Facts: Cap-Haïtien was the capital of the French colony of Saint-Domingue and served as the capital of independent Haiti until 1820.
Name of Inhabitants: Capois/Capoise
Notes: Cap-Haïtien is known for its well-preserved colonial architecture and historical significance.
English : Cap-Haïtien
Français : Cap-Haïtien
Español : Cabo Haitiano
Português : Cabo Haitiano
Okap Kreyòl ayisyen
/okap/
Definition: n. p. Vil.
Department: North
Population: Approximately 274,000
Distance from Port-au-Prince: Approximately 220 kilometers
Main Economic Activities: Tourism, trade, agriculture
Most Cultivated Food: Mangoes, bananas, coffee
Favorite Dish: Tasso Kabrit (goat stew) with rice and beans
Landmarks: Citadelle Laferrière (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Sans Souci Palace, Labadee Beach
Geographical Features: Located on the northern coast of Haiti, along the Atlantic Ocean, near the Massif du Nord mountain range
Historical Facts: Founded in 1670 by the French, it was Haiti's capital during the colonial period and played a significant role in the Haitian Revolution
Name of Inhabitants: Capois/Capoises
Famous Persons Born There: Jean-Jacques Dessalines (Haitian revolutionary leader), Jean-Bertrand Aristide (former president of Haiti)
Notes: Known for its historical significance and scenic beauty, Cap-Haïtien is a major tourist destination in Haiti.
English : Cap-Haïtien
Français : Cap-Haïtien
Español : Cabo Haitiano
Português : Cabo Haitiano