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The island that is St Martin has a bit of a sorted history to say the least. Originally discovered in the early 1500’s, St Martin became a staging and plunder ground for pirates operating in the area. This would eventually come to an end as Spain took control. The island’s primary use was as a quarantine zone for the ill. The ravaging diseases of the time were taking their toll on Spain as a whole so they started moving all the sick to the island where they would eventually die and stop the spread of the disease. The island floated in limbo for many years after the fall of the Spanish empire until it was taken over privately by a religious organization that uses it currently.
Water Sports
There are no known water sports on the island as it is in private hands.
Island Diversity
The culture of the island is unknown as there is no native people for this area.
Activities
Unknown, island in private hands and not available to the public.
With an international border cutting right through the island, St. Martin is certainly unique to not only the Caribbean, but also to the world. While the fine French cuisine, the fashion, the local culture, and the beautiful beaches offer so much, a trip to the Butterfly Farm on the island is an experience you will […]
