BETHLEEM ISLAND
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2024
Come and discover a place out of time, full of history, and bathe in the clear waters of the Rivière des Marsouins. Built in the 18th century, the islet served as a refuge for families facing the invasions of the forbans. Mrs Delisle, the governor's wife, had a workroom built there for young destitute girls, as well as a chapel. Snaking between ferns and bamboos for 20 minutes, the trail offers beautiful views of the river. The descent is a Way of the Cross, with a Saint-Expedit chapel halfway down.
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Un Îlet situé sur la commune de Saint-Benoît au bord de la Rivière des Marsouin (en face de l’îlet Coco) qui fut, en son temps, un lieu de vie important comme en témoigne la chapelle, et les vestiges de bâtiments "en dur". Laissé un peu à l’abandon, ce qui est très dommage, il reste néanmoins un site agréable à voir au moins une fois si vous passez par l'Est de l’île.
Avoid the weekend to enjoy peaceful location. During the week, the place is soothing, with its bamboo its small chapel, wooden bridges and especially the "lapping" River Porpoises. Continue your tour by the path indicated Orchard letchis and longanis. You will indeed cross a magnificent forest of banana trees, letchis and exotic plants to a beautiful red oratory. A bit chaotic trail continues along the river and ends in cul de sac after an isolated hut. Reconsider your steps but keep a little energy for the way of the cross which will bring back to parking!
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