🇱🇨Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is a sovereign island country in the West Indies in the Lesser Antilles region of the Caribbean Sea. The island was named after Saint Lucy of Syracuse.

Saint Lucia is of volcanic origin and a mountainous island, with the highest point being Mount Gimie.

Saint Lucian culture is a rich blend of African, French, British, and Indian influences, reflected in its music, food, festivals, and language.

Originally inhabited by the indigenous Kalinago people. Settled by the French in the 17th century, and later became a British colony. Gained independence on February 22, 1979.