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Saint-Marc
Saint-Marc, Haiti
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty
Tucked between the mountains along the Western coast in the Artibonite Department lies the port city of Saint-Marc, teeming with motorcycle taxis, market vendors, and traces of historical French architecture.
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This moto taxi driver transports a woman from the local market
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty

Local artists capitalize on the culture for souvenirs
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Locals enjoy public access to many of the beaches in Saint-Marc
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Tap-taps are the primary form of transportation for locals
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty
Saint-Marc has the added charm of being a provincial city, as well. Visitors don't need to go far after a beer if they would like to take a break from the city sights and sounds. Peaceful plains with gorgeous views on goats, cows, and horses grazing the fields are always a short while away.

Two women herd their drove of goats as the sun sets
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty

A teenage girl walks home from the market in Saint-Marc
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty

A local vendor sells fresh coconut along Route Nationale 1
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty

Historical architecture is reflected on buildings throughout the city
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty

A man walks home after a long day's work
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Tap-taps transport people and goods along the main highway
Photo: Mélissa Jeanty
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