Haiti
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Port-au-Prince
- Population: approx. 11.7 million
- Languages: French, Haitian Creole
- Area: 27,750 km²
- Time Zone: UTC-5 (EST)
- Currency: Haitian gourde (HTG)
- Flag colors: Blue, red
- National Day: January 1 (Independence Day)
- National Anthem: La Dessalinienne
- Neighboring countries: Dominican Republic
Top 15 Largest cities
- Port-au-Prince
- Carrefour
- Delmas
- Pétion-Ville
- Cité Soleil
- Cap-Haïtien
- Gonaïves
- Saint-Marc
- Les Cayes
- Verrettes
- Port-de-Paix
- Jacmel
- Limbé
- Jérémie
- Hinche
Top 15 Attractions
- Citadelle Laferrière
- Sans-Souci Palace
- Bassin Bleu (Jacmel)
- Labadee (Labadie)
- Île-à-Vache
- Saut-d'Eau Waterfall
- Historic Center of Jacmel
- Pic la Selle
- La Visite National Park
- Cormier Plage
- Fort Jacques
- Musée du Panthéon National Haïtien (MUPANAH)
- Tortuga Island (Île de la Tortue)
- Marie-Jeanne Cave
- Gelee Beach (Les Cayes)
Climate and Nature
Haiti features a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and two distinct rainy seasons. Characterized by mountainous terrain—its name translates to 'land of mountains'—the landscape includes rugged peaks, turquoise bays, lush waterfalls, and secluded islands.
Culture and Gastronomy
Haitian culture is a soulful fusion of West African, French, and Caribbean heritages, celebrated for vibrant visual arts, Compas music, and rich traditions. The spicy cuisine highlights signature dishes like 'Griot' (fried pork) served with 'Pikliz' (spicy slaw) and sacred 'Soup Joumou'.
Economy
Haiti's economy relies significantly on agriculture, apparel manufacturing, and personal remittances from abroad. Despite socio-economic hurdles, the country possesses vast potential in artisanal crafts, specialty coffee, and cultural tourism.
Did you know?
- Haiti became the world's first independent Black-led republic in 1804 and the first nation in Latin America to gain independence?
- The Citadelle Laferrière is the largest fortress in the entire Western Hemisphere and a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
- Haitians traditionally eat 'Soup Joumou' every New Year's Day to celebrate freedom, as enslaved people were historically forbidden to consume it?
- The name Haiti originates from the indigenous Taíno word 'Ayiti', meaning "Land of high mountains"?
- Jacmel is world-renowned for its intricate papier-mâché craftsmanship, showcased globally during its annual Carnival?
Live footage: Discover Haiti via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Haiti and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Haiti: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Haiti: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Haiti in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
