Martinique is a Caribbean island belonging to the Windward Islands. Martinique is an overseas department of France. The island is of volcanic origin with the mountainous topography, nevertheless, there are also rainforests. Its inhabitants cultivate sugar cane and bananas. Sunny beaches, parks and gardens full of flowers, as well as local restaurants and pubs, where you can sip excellent rum, make Martinique a favorite holiday destination for thousands of tourists. The island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in the early 16th century.
