Throughout St. Maarten/St. Martin’s binational, colonial, and post-colonial eras, a variety of landmarks and monuments have emerged, offering insights into the island’s evolution.
Explore Fort Amsterdam and Fort Louis, witnesses to colonial conflicts.
Discover plantation houses like Mary’s Fancy and Pasture Piece, now transformed into hotels.
Wander through Philipsburg’s historic streets, encountering architectural gems like the Methodist church and the Courthouse.
Delve into the island’s industrial past with monuments in Dutch Philipsburg and French Grand Case, commemorating the once-thriving salt industry, notably the Salt Pickers Monument.
Reflect on the island’s journey towards autonomy and freedom with modern monuments like the Freedom Fighter monument and tributes to historical figures such as Alec the Butcher and Tata the Bus Driver.
For a glimpse into St. Maarten’s unique history, explore these notable monuments that capture its past.
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