Chardonnières ( ht, Chadonyè) is a

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in the Chardonnières Arrondissement, in the Sud department of Haiti. Chardonnière is the largest producer of

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s in Haiti.Haiti Ministry of Tourism - Gastronomy
/ref> A Festival of the Grape (''Festival du raisin des Chardonnières'') is annually held.

History

The town was originally named ''Chardonnières'' by

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s or filibusters. In its colonial days, grapes had reached the tables of the kings of France. Today, grapes are used by the Chardonnesiens to welcome visitors to express their generosity and hospitality.

Geography

Chardonnière is located about 72 kilometers from

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, and minutes from Port-à-Piment.

Infrastructure

The

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of Chardonnière was erected in 1897 and consecrated to Saint Anne.

Settlements

References

Populated places in Sud (department) Communes of Haiti Tourist attractions in Haiti {{Haiti-geo-stub