Jacmel founded in 1698 has a distinguished history of economic and cultural prosperity. A prominent center for trade and commerce, Jacmel was once a significant port for the exportation of coffee and precious oils. Today, Jacmel is considered by many to be the cultural capital of Haiti. Known for its distinctive artistic traditions, Jacmel has produced some of Haiti's best-known painters, writers and poets. With
its rich cultural scene, Jacmel is one of the major production centers for indigenous arts and crafts.
Jacmel is a place apart from the rest of the country. Known for its French colonial architecture, the town has maintained a distinctive, Old World charm. Beautiful beaches and unique hotels draw Haitians and
foreigners alike to Jacmel for calm and relaxation. In fact, Jacmel’s urban and architectural design is credited with having influenced New Orleans’ French Quarter which was modeled on the center of town of Jacmel. Today Jacmel has been tentatively accepted as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The quality of life, services and infrastructure in Jacmel maintain a climate of general peace and stability not easily found in other parts of the nation. These factors make it the most dynamic and interesting place to begin to comprehend this often-misunderstood nation.Jacmel is host to the most academically progressive French Lycee in the nation and celebrates a popular carnival renowned for its artistic uniqueness each year. Jacmel is Haiti's fifth largest city, with an estimated population of 60,000.
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