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Martinique is an (overseas department) of France. Columbus landed at Le Carbet in 1502. 400 years later, on May 8, 1902, Mt. Pelee erupted, destroying the city of Saint Pierre and its 30,000 residents. The capital city is Fort-de-France, the currency is the French franc, the official language is French and the population is 395,000. Martinique's beauty, charm and history attracts visitors from around the world.
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