Anse La Raye

Anse La Raye, a west coast fishing community, has worked hard in recent years to become a tourist destination, both as a beautiful halt for passing taxis and buses and for its Seafood Friday Night street celebration. Villagers are reputed to be among the friendliest on the island and work hard to keep the streets and beaches clean.

Visitors should take some time when visiting Anse La Raye to wander the area within a few blocks of the waterfront to enjoy some of the modest yet interesting Caribbean architecture and little village stores that have altered little over the years. The mural painted on the block-long wall that borders the grounds of the Catholic Church is one of the more famous local attractions. The mural, painted by one of Saint Lucia's most well-known artists, Dunstan St. Omer, displays events from the island's cultural history. The mural is a little faded after being exposed to the tropical heat for almost 15 years, but the quality of the work is still visible. Also, if you visit the mural after dark during Seafood Night, take a couple of shots to fully appreciate its splendor.

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Address: Anse la Raye District, Saint Lucia

Best time to visit: mid December to early April