00:00Stop doing boring research discover Haiti's hidden gems instead from the magic of voodoo to the sweetness of mangoes
00:07Let's dive in. Did you know Haiti was the first independent black republic in the world?
00:11Yep, they gained independence from France in 1804 after a successful slave rebellion
00:17Talk about starting with a bang and speaking of magic voodoo or voodoo has deep roots in Haiti
00:22It blends West African spirituality with Catholicism
00:26Spooky and fascinating right before Europeans the Taino people called Haiti home and their influence is still seen today in language and culture
00:34Haiti boasts two official languages French and Haitian Creole. Almost everyone speaks Creole. It's French with a local twist
00:41Haiti means land of high mountains and boy does it live up to that name
00:46With 75% mountainous terrain. It's a hikers dream
00:49The country's art scene is vibrant reflecting daily life and revolutionary history and colorful depictions and who can forget Carnival
00:58This pre-Lent celebration is a massive cultural event full of music and parades
01:03Don't miss the Citadel Laferriere a fortress symbolizing Haiti's strength
01:08It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, Haiti is a mango paradise
01:13Exporting some of the juiciest mangoes to the US
01:15Yum ready to discover Haiti for yourself. There's so much more to explore
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