Guadeloupe
Americas · Caribbean
Location on the World Map
Famous Personality
Joëlle Ursull
singer
She is internationally known for representing France at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1990.
Local Delicacy
Colombo de poulet
This well-known Antillean curry-style chicken dish is seasoned with Colombo spice.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
La Grande Soufrière
This active volcano on Basse-Terre is Guadeloupe's most famous natural feature.
Agriculture & Produce
Sugarcane has long been a major plantation crop in Guadeloupe and supports its rum industry.
Bananas are Guadeloupe's best-known fruit crop and a major commercial export.
Major Cities
Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)
Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
The ka drum is the defining instrument of Guadeloupean gwo ka music and cultural identity.
Ti bwa rhythm sticks are essential in traditional Guadeloupean dance and drum ensembles.
The accordion is prominent in Guadeloupean bal music and Creole dance traditions.
The guitar is widely used in Guadeloupe in zouk, folk and popular dance music.
The trombone has long been important in Guadeloupean carnival, biguine and brass band traditions.