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Port-au-Prince
Haiti’s capital — the country’s political and cultural heartbeat
Port-au-Prince is Haiti’s capital and largest city, sitting on the country’s Gulf of Gonâve coast. It is Haiti’s political and economic center and a major cultural hub with a long history of art, music — including Konpa — and street life.
History
As Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince has long been the country’s political and economic center, drawing people and ideas from every region.
The city sits on Haiti’s Gulf of Gonâve coast and has grown into a major cultural hub, known for its art, music, and street life.
Music from here
Port-au-Prince’s streets and stages have carried Konpa and other Haitian sounds to the rest of the country and the world, making the capital a cultural hub alongside its role as Haiti’s political and economic center.
Culture
Capital city
Haiti’s political and economic center.
Art & music
A long history of art, music — including Konpa — and street life.
Gulf of Gonâve
The coast the capital sits on.
Questions & Answers
Where is Port-au-Prince?+
Port-au-Prince is Haiti’s capital and largest city, on the country’s Gulf of Gonâve coast.
Why is Port-au-Prince important?+
It is Haiti’s political and economic capital, and a major cultural hub with a long history of art, music — including Konpa — and street life.
Is Port-au-Prince the same as Les Cayes?+
No — Les Cayes is TimTim.Live’s hometown on Haiti’s southern coast, while Port-au-Prince is Haiti’s capital and largest city.
