🇲🇶 Martinique

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About territory

Martinique is a Caribbean island forming part of the French West Indies. Originally inhabited by Kalinago people, it was claimed by Christopher Columbus in 1502. French colonization began in 1635, leading to the development of a plantation economy based on sugar and the importation of enslaved Africans. Today, Martinique is an overseas department of France, benefiting from European Union membership while maintaining a distinct cultural identity. The island's volcanic landscape and tropical climate support a diverse ecosystem, and it has recently been recognized by UNESCO for its natural beauty and cultural heritage.

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