Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia's spectacular Pitons are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Caribbean's most recognisable natural landmarks.

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Why go

Capital: Castries

Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Best time: Dec–Apr

Weather: Tropical; warm throughout the year

Top attractions: Pitons • Soufrière • Castries • Marigot Bay • Sulphur Springs • Rodney Bay

Nature: Volcanic peaks • rainforest • waterfalls • beaches • coral reefs

Quick fact: Saint Lucia's spectacular Pitons are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Caribbean's most recognisable natural landmarks.