citadel, sans souci, ramiers
states: [haiti]
category: cultural
year: 1982
location: Département du Nord
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: 19.5736100000, -72.2441700000
unesco id: 180
world heritage site: 180
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The National History Park – Citadel, Sans Souci, Ramiers is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Haiti, recognized for its historical and cultural significance. Dating to the early 19th century, it features the grand Citadel Laferrière, a massive mountaintop fortress, the elegant ruins of Sans Souci Palace, and the fortified Ramiers site, all built after Haiti’s independence. These structures stand as powerful symbols of liberty, constructed by formerly enslaved people who fought for and won their freedom.