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- Pigeon Island
Pigeon Island
Pigeon Island, north of Castries, is St Lucia's first national
park, reached from the mainland across a causeway. The islet has a
romantic past, having been the hide-out of Jambe de Bois, the
much-feared peg-leg pirate who preyed on Spanish galleons. It was
also from here that Admiral Rodney set sail in 1782 to destroy the
French fleet in one of the most decisive sea battles in European
history. Pigeon island features two white sandy beaches and an
interpretation centre, where a multimedia display explains the
local history. The centre includes the Captain's Cellar Olde
English Pub, a re-creation of an 18th century English pub. The
island is ideal for nature walks and has numerous marked trails
which bypass historical sites, like the remains of an 18th century
British fort.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language, but St Lucian Creole is
widely spoken.
Money
The unit of currency in Saint Lucia is the East Caribbean Dollar
(XCD), which is tied to the US Dollar. The EC$ is divided into 100
cents. US dollars are also accepted at most tourist establishments
and ensure a better exchange rate. ATMs are available in Castries,
Rodney Bay, Soufriere and Vieux Fort. Banks are open Monday to
Friday from 8am to 2pm, some are open till 5pm. Major credit cards
are accepted at all large hotels, shops and restaurants. Most
hotels will exchange foreign currency, and there are change bureaux
in Castries.
Opening Times
The Interpretive Centre is open daily from 9am to
5pm
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