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- 4 things to see in Saint Denis
4 things to see in Saint Denis
The capital of Reunion is the ideal place to get to know the unique culture of this island. Let's discover 4 things to see in Saint Denis!1- Jardin de l'État
In the city center there is a botanical garden overflowing with plant life, with avenues of palm trees, a large fountain and water gardens. There are more than 50 species of trees and more than 1,950 species of other plants in this wonderful environment. Everything was imported in the 18th century to test the climate of Reunion.
2- Rue de Paris
From north to south in the center of Saint-Denis, this street is the perfect introduction not only to the city, but to the culture of the island of Reunion. It is worth joining one of the guided walks because of the historical beauties that can be observed: you will see Villa Déramond-Barre, the white minaret of the mosque of Noor-e-Islam, and the birthplace of the poet and painter Léon Dierx.
3- Léon-Dierx Museum
4- Artothèque
In Rue de Paris you will find this "art library" in a beautiful 19th century Creole mansion. It was founded in 1991 to help cultivate contemporary art on the island. At that time it collected more than 2,000 works from Reunion and other places in the region. The Artothèque is also a place where artists and their public can meet, participate in workshops and hold temporary exhibitions.Find your flight to Saint Denis now with our search engine!
