Fort Delgrès

Photo

by Filo gèn'

/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Fort Delgrès is a historic fortification located in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe. Built in 1650, it was initially named Fort Saint-Charles and later renamed in honor of Louis Delgrès, a leader of the resistance against Napoleonic forces who sought to re-establish slavery in the French colonies. The fort stands as a powerful symbol of resistance and resilience, offering visitors panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the Caribbean Sea.

Also check out

Jardin botanique de Deshaies

Grande Anse

Mémorial ACTe