RUN ACROSS HAITI® ROUTE HIGHLIGHT: Day 5, Saint-Marc
POPULATION
160,181
HISTORY
Saint-Marc is located on the site of a Native Amerindian town of the fifteenth century with its foundation dating back to 1695. It was officially designated as a commune on September 13, 1915.
DESCRIPTION
160,181
HISTORY
Saint-Marc is located on the site of a Native Amerindian town of the fifteenth century with its foundation dating back to 1695. It was officially designated as a commune on September 13, 1915.
DESCRIPTION
- St. Marc is a large port town surrounded by mountains.
- It’s location in the foothills overlooking the ocean have made Saint-Marc a popular permanent destination among younger Haitians.
- Local residents enjoy the rich culture of St. Marc, the stunning views, and the abundance of fruit and produce.
- Similar to many other places, Bonjou is the passport in St Marc, meaning - saying hello can open doors.
- St. Marc is often referred to as the “Pleasure City” as many young people reside here.
- Commerce is the largest trade in St-Marc. Many find work as a merchant, either with their own stand in the market or at a boutik “convenient store” stand.
- A significant amount of produce is grown locally, specifically bananas, plantains, mangoes, cherries, corn, manioc, rice, and tomatoes.
