General History
This European Country was the colonial ruler of Haiti before its 1804 independence.
What is France?
This Grammy-winning "Hips Don't Lie" rapper and former Fugees member is Haiti’s most famous musical export.
What is Wyclef Jean?
This famous saying, which is also Haiti's national motto, translates to "Union makes strength."
What is "L'union fait la force"?
This spicy pickled vegetable relish made of cabbage, carrots, and chilies is served with almost every meal.
What is Pikliz?
This city, the nation's capital and largest urban center, sits on the Gulf of Gonâve.
What is Port-au-Prince?
He is the former enslaved man who became the most famous general and leader of the Haitian Revolution.
What is Toussaint Louverture?
This high-energy, danceable genre is the most popular style of music in Haiti, often featuring brass and synthesizers.
What is Kompa?
If someone tells you "Pale franse pa vle di lespri," they are saying that speaking this language doesn't necessarily mean you are smart.
What is French?
This popular dish consists of fried pork chunks that are marinated and boiled before being fried to a crisp.
What is Griot?
Haiti is the only independent sovereign nation where this European language is an official tongue alongside Haitian Creole.
What is French?
To celebrate independence, Haitians traditionally eat this "freedom soup" every January 1st.
What is Soup Joumou?
This Haitian-American actress starred as "The Ancient One" in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and The Good Place.
What is Garcelle Beauvais?
This proverb, "Men anpil, chay pa lou," literally translates to "Many hands" make this "not heavy."
What is The load (or the burden)?
Often served with "Diri Kole," these are fried green plantains that have been smashed and double-fried.
What is Banan Peze?
This "neighbor" shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti to the east.
What is the Dominican Republic?
This massive mountaintop fortress was built after the revolution to defend the country against a French return.
What is the Citadelle Laferrière?
This world-famous celebration, known locally as "Kanaval," features massive colorful parades in Port-au-Prince and Jacmel.
What is Carnival?
This proverb, "Nan pwen kras san san," suggests that there is no gain without a little bit of this, implying hard work and sacrifice.
What is Blood?
This signature black rice dish gets its unique color and earthy flavor from a specific type of dried mushroom.
What is Diri Ak Djon Djon?
Known for its coffee and oranges, this southern coastal city is considered the cultural and artistic capital of Haiti.
What is Jacmel?
In 1825, Haiti was forced to pay a massive "independence debt" to this nation in exchange for recognition.
What is France?
At the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, this 25-year-old athlete made history as the first person to ever represent Haiti in cross-country skiing.
What is Stevenson Savart?
This food-related proverb, "Sa ou plante, se sa ou rekòlte," is the Haitian equivalent of "You reap what you..."
What is Sow?
This classic breakfast dish is a thick, sweet cornmeal porridge often flavored with cinnamon, star anise, and vanilla.
What is Akasan?
This island, whose name means "Turtle" in French, sits off Haiti's northern coast and was a famous 17th-century pirate stronghold.
What is Tortuga (or Île de la Tortue)?