Basseterre (/ b æ s ˈ t ɛər /; Saint Kitts Creole: Basterre) is the capital and largest city of Saint Kitts and Nevis with an estimated population of 14,000 in 2018. [1]

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Mar 7, 2025 · Basseterre, chief town of St. Kitts (St. Christopher) island and capital of St. Kitts and Nevis, a parliamentary federated state located in the eastern Caribbean. It lies on the island’s southwestern coast, 60 miles (100 km) west of St. John’s, Antigua.

Jun 6, 2023 · Step into the charming capital of St. Kitts & Nevis, Basseterre. Discover the colonial architecture, wander through the bustling markets, or take a scenic train ride around the island.

Basseterre was founded by the French and it served as the French capital. By 1639 the town was a large and successful port, commanding Eastern Caribbean trade and colonization. It became the capital of the entire French West Indies colony which included the islands of …

Basseterre / bæsˈtɛər /, is the capital city of the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, also called St Kitts and Nevis, in the West Indies. Basseterre port is at 17°18′N 62°44′W, on the south western coast of Saint Kitts Island. It is one of the chief commercial depots of …

Nestled between the Caribbean and lush mountains, Basseterre has a long history of colonial struggle that is reflected in its architecture and cultural monuments. The National Museum, St. George's Anglican Church, the Circus area and Independence Square all …

Mar 2, 2024 · Experience the charm of Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis through its attractions, cultural heritage, outdoor activities, shopping, dining, and exciting events. Plan your dream vacation now! Basseterre, the capital city of St. Kitts and Nevis, is situated in the Caribbean Sea.

Basseterre Travel Guide About Basseterre. Kitts, their first Leeward Islands Caribbean settlement, they found white sand beaches, tumbling waterfalls, a lush rainforest, the majestic 1,156m (3,792 ft) Mount Liamuiga (pronounced Lee-a-mweega) and fertile fields to plant their sugar cane.

In 1727 Basseterre stretched between the old French Fort in the East and College Street in the West. The following year th town was described as “the most opulent, and the chief place of trade and business.”