Haiti

A series of deep blue natural pools and waterfalls formed by the Rivière des Orangers in the forested hills above Jacmel, considered one of Haiti's most scenic natural attractions and a refreshing retreat from the coastal heat.

A massive mountain fortress built by King Henri Christophe between 1805 and 1820 to secure Haitian independence, perched atop a 900-meter plateau above the Nord-Valley with commanding views of the surrounding mountain ranges.

A preserved colonial-era town centre with 19th-century French-influenced architecture, known for its iron-lace balconies, colorful facades and vibrant cultural life including the famous Jacmel Kanaval (Carnival) held each February.

Haiti's national pantheon museum, housed in a landmark building in the heart of Port-au-Prince, housing collections related to the Haitian Revolution, national heroes and the cultural history of the first Black republic.

The principal royal residence of King Henri Christophe, built in the early 19th century as the governmental heart of his northern kingdom; today its ruins share a UNESCO World Heritage listing with the nearby Citadelle Laferrière.

A sacred waterfall site in the Artibonite department, traditionally associated with Vodou ceremonies and known for the powerful dual cascades that drop into a natural pool surrounded by tropical forest.