Fun facts about Carrefour
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Carrefour was originally a military post in the borough of Port-au-Prince.
Carrefour
Haiti
Carrefour is a largely residential commune in the Port-au-Prince Arrondissement, in the Ouest department of Haiti. Port-au-Prince has a population of 1,234,742 while the commune has a population of 501,768.
From the “History” section
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Carrefour has never been urbanized as its founders wished, with its agricultural vocation taking precedence.
Carrefour
Haiti
Carrefour is a largely residential commune in the Port-au-Prince Arrondissement, in the Ouest department of Haiti. Port-au-Prince has a population of 1,234,742 while the commune has a population of 501,768.
From the “Geography” section
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Despite the presence of hospitals, many residents of Carrefour continue to visit hospitals in Port-au-Prince for healthcare.
Carrefour
Haiti
Carrefour is a largely residential commune in the Port-au-Prince Arrondissement, in the Ouest department of Haiti. Port-au-Prince has a population of 1,234,742 while the commune has a population of 501,768.
From the “Economy” section
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In the 1970s and 1980s, Carrefour was a favorite destination for both Haitian and foreign tourists.
Carrefour
Haiti
Carrefour is a largely residential commune in the Port-au-Prince Arrondissement, in the Ouest department of Haiti. Port-au-Prince has a population of 1,234,742 while the commune has a population of 501,768.
From the “Tourism” section
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The Parish of Carrefour has eight chapels scattered in the communal sections.
Carrefour
Haiti
Carrefour is a largely residential commune in the Port-au-Prince Arrondissement, in the Ouest department of Haiti. Port-au-Prince has a population of 1,234,742 while the commune has a population of 501,768.
From the “Religion” section
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