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Taj Mahal - Agra Fort
The Taj Mahal. Wikimedia. 

12. The Citadelle Laferrière

The Citadelle Laferrière in Haiti. Wikimedia.

Many features in Haiti bring tourists, but one of the most popular attractions is The Citadelle Laferrière. You can find the Citadelle in Northern Haiti at the top of a mountain. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the most massive fortresses in the Americas. The Citadelle was built in the 1800s as a way to keep the French from further infiltrating Haiti’s land. 

While you can view the place without paying, many people ask tourists to donate a small fee to help take care of the Citadelle and the surrounding land. Many of the weapons used during the 1800s are still found in that area. 

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