last edited Dec 11, 2019
Culture and Customs of Saint Lucia
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Saint Lucia
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Arts, crafts and architecture
Arts
Crafts
Architecture
Museums
Customs and traditions
Local traditions
Etiquette
Dress and behavior
Sensitive or taboo topics
Languages
Although English is the country's official language, Creole (or patois) is spoken by around 80% of the population. It is a blend of French dialects and African languages. While not always spoken by locals, French itself remains fairly well understood on the island.
Glossary
A few local words or expressions useful to know when traveling: