Martinique was recently named a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, the island’s second UNESCO recognition after its Yole Sailboat was added to the organization’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List. The entire island of Martinique, including its marine exclusive economic zone, is included in the 12,169,368-acre biosphere reserve. The island is now the 12th biosphere reserve in the Caribbean, and one of the 35 biospheres in the world. “We are thrilled and very proud of the Martinique Biosphere Reserve Association and of our people for achieving this success and putting Martinique once again on UNESCO’s radar and, raising our island’s profile as an internationally desirable destination.” said Bénédicte di Géronimo, Martinique Tourism Commissioner.
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