It is mainly a volcanic island. It has a total area of 8.5 miles and is encircled by shallow coral reefs. It has a very rich marine area and is composed of several small and rocky islets. Its biggest islet is the Ile Fourchue, which lies on its northernmost part.
The main city is Gustavia. The list of smaller cities includes Lorient, St. Jean, Corossol, Colombier, Marigot, Governuer, and Fort Gustave.
Tourism on St Barts - The high standard of living in St Barts is mainly supported by its huge tourism revenues. It has long gained the reputation of being the playground of the wealthy. It is the winter haven for the rich and famous. The islands offer great beaches, fine gourmet dining, and premium designer products.

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The best places to stay are the following resorts, villas, and hotels: Le Sereno, Eden Rock, La Maison Rouge, Isle De France, Villa Buddha Bay, Hotel Le Toiny and Villa Sky Vista. The pristine beaches are what St Barts is mostly famous for. There are a total of 14 beaches in the island, all of which proudly has beautiful white sand.
These beaches are the Shell, Gouverneur, Saline, Toiny, Petit Cul de Sac, Grand Cul de Sac, Marigot, Lorient, St. Jean, Anse des Cayes, Flamands, Colombier, Corossol and the Public Beach.
Tourism is the main industry of St. Barts. It is through this that the island can afford to live a very extravagant lifestyle. There are more than 200,000 tourists coming here annually. It has long become the ideal place for New Year parties for all the affluent people who can afford to do so.
Despite being a very famous place for a winter vacation of highly affluent people, there are no massive resorts and high buildings in St. Barts? No structure is taller than the palm trees out here. This is how St. Barts is able to preserve its natural beauty and it is the same reason why the wealthy always end up here for a much-needed vacation.
St Barts History - It was believed that Christopher Columbus discovered St. Barts in 1493. The French fought off the Caribs and were successful. But they were not able to thrive in the living conditions of the island and left. The Spanish soon settled in the region although the French remained in full control.
However, France sold St. Barts to Sweden in exchange for trading rights. But the French re-purchased after the latter had successfully made it a trading hub. Up to now, the French remain to be at the helm of St Barts.
20th January 2025