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Discovered by Columbus in 1493, Spanish colonists were unable to subdue the Carib Indians and eventually abandoned the island. Later occupied by the British, it became French by treaty in 1815.
Today Guadeloupe is a department of France that includes the dependencies of Marie-Galante, Illes des Saintes, La Desirade, Saint Barthelemy, and the northern half of St. Martin. Guadeloupe itself is actually two islands, Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre, separated by a narrow channel.
Today tourism is the mainstay of the economy. Numerous beaches such as the superb Le Moule offer a variety of water sports – swimming, snorkeling, diving, and sailing.
Hiking and mountain climbing are popular, two favorite attractions being the spectacular Carbet Waterfalls and the volcano La Soufriere.
A drive into the interior will reveal vast areas of swaying sugar cane destined for sugar and rum production as well as the cultivation of tropical fruits and livestock.
The island government consists of a commissioner appointed by France and a popularly elected general council.
Numerous hotels and restaurants assure quality accommodations and excellent cuisine for the traveler.
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