POPULATION: About 7.3 million people. About 90% of the population are descendants of black slaves, and about 9% - mulatto.
LANGUAGE: The official language - French, but it owns only 10 - 15% of the population, mostly - mulatto. The bulk of the population speaks Haitian Creole, has formed on the basis of French borrowings from English and Spanish.
GEOGRAPHY: The Republic of Haiti occupies the western part of the same name of the island (the second largest in the Caribbean) in the Greater Antilles and the nearby islands - Gon Cakes (Tortuga), your and others in the north by the Atlantic Ocean in the south - the Caribbean Sea. On the east by the Dominican Republic. Surface Area - 27.75 sq. miles.
Climate: tropical trade wind. The temperature is fairly constant year-round average temperatures 22 - 28 C and rainfall from 500 to 2000 mm. a year. There are two rainy seasons: the first extends from April to June, the second - from September to November. The rest of the remains dry and warm weather. Frequent destructive tropical storms, mainly in the period from June to September.
Time
Lags behind from Moscow at 8:00.
POLITICAL STATUS: Haiti is a former colony of France. This is the first Latin American country won independence (1804). At the present time - the republic, being in a state of transition from dictatorship to a democratic fascist form prevleniya. Head of state - president, elected by universal direct and secret ballot for a term of 5 years. It can not be re-elected for another term. The President has no right to dissolve parliament. Administrative assignments made by the president, are also subject to approval by Parliament. Legislative power is vested in the National Assembly (bicameral parliament), consisting of a Senate and Chamber of Deputies. The executive power is vested in the President and government, headed by the Prime Minister.
Russian Embassy or Consulate in Haiti, no. Russia also has no embassy in Haiti. Russia's ambassador to Haiti is a part-time Russian ambassador to Venezuela.
Mailing address: 60313, Qta. Soyuz, Calle Las Lomas,
Las Mercedes, Caracas, Venezuela
Telex: 23397, 27795
Fax: 993-65-26
E-mail: rusemb@cantv.net
Embassy: 993-45-31, 993-43-95
Consular Section: 993-97-02
E-mail (Consular Section): rusconsec@infoline.wtfe.com
Things to do
The main attraction of the Haitian capital - the city of Port-au-Prince - is the cathedral of Santa Maria, which is buried discovered this island in 1492, Christopher Columbus and his brother Bartolomeo, the son of Diego and grandson of Louis. On the central square is a monument to Christopher Columbus.
In the College Art Museum of Saint-Pierre can see a fine collection of paintings at the National Museum presented an interesting display of national souvenirs and items of folk art: the gun, out of which King was killed by Christophe and rusty anchor caravel Santa Maria Columbus. Also, it is recommended to visit the Rum Distillery Barbankort, known for producing high quality rum, a favorite around the world.
The second largest city in the country - Cape Hayit interesting for its Spanish architecture. The palace of San Souci Palace, in its greatness similar to that of Paris Versailles, is a government building and is located on the outskirts of the city. The fortress of La Citadel, which is located 5 km from the Cape-Hunt, famous for its 40-meter high walls. Now it is a national park.
Glorious city of Jacmel is famous as an old coffee port, decorated with French colonial architecture and the kilometers of beaches with black sand. Now this city is like coming artists, as well as amateurs relaxing and beautiful architecture. The picturesque waterfall Bassin-Bleu is located near the city Dzhakmel certainly worthy of attention and attendance.
The former royal palace of King Henri Christophe - Sanz Sauce is located in the mantle, and covers an area of 8 hectares. Destroyed by an earthquake palace contained a printing shop, garment factory, hospital, school, chapel, a distillery, and military barracks.
One should visit the military fortress of La Citadel, built by force 20,000 men for 15 years. It is situated near the g.Kep Heytin and its appearance resembles a ship. The thickness of its walls is 4 m and a height of up to 40 meters Fortress recognized by UNESCO as world heritage site and is considered the eighth wonder of the world.
Also of interest are National Parks Fort Des Pins, located near the border with the Dominican Republic, a beautiful park with a visit to La limestone caves and tropical forests, 40 km from the capital, Makayat Park on the western tip of the island, the historical park of La Citadel in the heart of the mountain massif du Nord, near Cape -Chait, and picturesque beaches.
On the island there are about 5,000 species of plants, including more than 600 ferns and 300 orchids, several species of cactus plants and 25 species of birds.
We recommend to visit and wonderful parks. Visit the National Park is famous for its beautiful La Massif de la Celle, and Park Tru Cayman is the best place for bird watching. On the Big swampy lake inhabited by large flamingos, herons, and seven species of rare species of ibis and ducks. In the south-east is the largest salt lake country - Ethan Sumatra, which is home to more than 100 endemic species of aquatic vegetation and several species of crocodiles.
Gonaives - a fascinating rock wall covered with a carpet of a unique black coral. Petionvill City, which lies on the hills to the south-east of Port-au-Prince, is a world quite different from the rather dull capital. Brilliant shops, clubs and restaurants here cater to the elite of Haiti, avoided a total for the country's poverty. This is a cool, blown by sea winds, a place more fitted for a relaxing holiday in the weekend. Numerous local art galleries sell fine examples of Haitian art, and French cuisine restaurants are among the best in the country. Jacmel - an old coffee port, previously considered the jewel of the southern coast, decorated with French colonial architecture and beaches with miles of black sand. Although sechas the city looks a bit "shabby", he is much calmer than the Port-au-Prince, and many buildings of the XIX-th century is better preserved than in the capital. The recent "renaissance" here attracted artists from across the country, from Europe and the USA. In any of the Victorian town houses are now galleries and shops. The city is also famous for its bustling market, open on Saturdays. Close to the famous Jacmel Blue Pool - three deep cobalt-blue lakes, connected by breathtaking beauty of Cascade Falls. According to legend, lived in these caves, water nymphs and the sun bathes in Lake Palm Lake, but they are afraid of people and sounds of the steps are hidden from outside view. Jacmel also has a strong tradition of voodoo and there are several "temples" worth a visit. Local pre-Lent festivities of Mardi Gras is unique - it's surreal street theater actors in large masks, performing in the parable of the good versus evil, it is a holiday that has preserved its true medieval roots. Music and dance, rituals associated with voodoo, have become an important part of Haitian culture. Cape, Chait - the second largest city in the country.
ENTRY RULES: Citizens of the former USSR have the right to enter the territory of Haiti in the presence of a three-month tourist visa, or to provide a specific set of documents (two passports, 3 passport size photographs and border fee 5.4 U.S. dollars) at the airport in Port-au-Prince by presenting a ticket with a specified date of departure from the country. The visa can be obtained from the Consular Section of the 1 day in the presence of the passport, hotel booking and ticket back to the date of departure. Travelling with children officio invitation is difficult. Citizens of Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Israel, Liechtenstein, Monaco, South Korea, Switzerland, UK and the U.S. have the right to visa-free entry. Departing from the country's tax will be charged $ 25, plus 10 gourdes out by air.
Russian citizens can obtain a visa or consular section, or on arrival - at the airport in Port-au-Prince.
To obtain a visa at the airport, you must provide:
- Internal passport
- Passport valid for at least 3 months. at the end of the planned trip
- 3 color photos 3,5 x4, 5 (4x6 size photos are allowed)
- A return ticket
- Should also be collected to pay the border - about U.S. $ 5
To obtain a visa at the consulate, you must provide all of the above documents and confirmation of hotel booking for the whole trip. A visa is just one day.
Visa at the consulate and the airport are issued for three months.
