Monuments in Basse-Terre

Monuments & Memorials

Explore the historical and architectural heritage of Basse-Terre, from its colonial origins to the struggles for freedom. This collection highlights the 18th-century Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-Guadeloupe, known for its volcanic stone facade, and the industrial ruins of the Distillerie Des Marets. The list features significant civic sites like the Maison du Patrimoine and the former military hospital at Camp Jacob, alongside memorials dedicated to local soldiers and the abolitionist hero Louis Delgrès.

Monuments & Memorials — Map

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Notre-Dame de la Guadeloupe

An 18th-century cathedral featuring a facade constructed from local volcanic stone. It serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Basse-Terre.

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Monuments aux morts

A commemorative sculpture honoring local residents who served and died during World War I and subsequent conflicts.

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Monument aux Morts

A civic memorial dedicated to the fallen soldiers of the region, featuring commemorative plaques.

D

Ancien hôpital du Camps Jacob

Established in the 1840s as a military hospital in the cooler climate of Saint-Claude, these historic buildings now house part of the University of the Antilles.

E

Ancienne Distillerie Des Marets

The stone ruins of a former sugar and rum production facility, representing the island's colonial industrial history.

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Maison du Patrimoine

An architecture and heritage interpretation center located in a historic building, focusing on the urban development and preservation of Basse-Terre.

G

Buste de Delgrès

A monument dedicated to Louis Delgrès, the military officer who led the 1802 resistance against the restoration of slavery in Guadeloupe.

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