Cap-Haïtien ⚓
The historic capital of Northern Haiti, known as the "Paris of the Antilles."
Communal Sections of Cap-Haïtien
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About the City
Cap-Haïtien, often called Okap or Le Cap, is a major port city and the former capital of the Colony of Saint-Domingue. It is famous for its wealth of French colonial architecture.
A Gateway to History
Located near the world-famous Citadelle Laferrière and Sans-Souci Palace, the city serves as the primary hub for exploring Haiti's northern heritage.
Department: Nord
Population: ~274,000
Distance from Port-au-Prince: 170 km (105 miles)
Main Activities: Tourism, trade, agriculture
Landmarks: Citadelle Laferrière, Sans-Souci, Cathédrale Notre-Dame
Geography: Northern coast with nearby beaches
Historical Fact: Capital of independent Haiti until 1820
Inhabitants: Capois / Capoise
Communal Sections
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Bande du Nord
1st
Est. Population ~25,000 -
Haut du Cap
2nd
Est. Population ~60,000 -
Petite Anse
3rd
Est. Population ~100,000+
Did you know?
The Battle of Vertières, the final major battle of the Revolution, was fought just south of the city in 1803.