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Exclusion Zone
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Exclusion Zone
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Following the eruption of Soufrière, the entire southern part of the island was devastated, including the abandonment of the capital Plymouth, the evacuation of the population, and the closure of the southern zone to the public, with visits highly regulated. Observation posts (and boat tours) also allow you to see the volcano and lava fields.
Overview of the Exclusion Zone
Following the eruption of Soufrière, the entire southern part of the island was devastated to the point that, among other things, the capital Plymouth was abandoned, the population evacuated, and the southern zone closed to the public and highly regulated for visits. Observation posts (and boat tours) also allow you to see the volcano and lava fields.
Landmarks
- Type of place: volcano.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
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- Summit: Soufrière (915 m).
Environment of the Exclusion Zone
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