The Wonders Of The Pitons, A UNESCO World Heritage Site In Saint Lucia. The Pitons next to the town of Soufriere in Saint Lucia.
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The Pitons occur with a variety of other volcanic features including cumulo domes, explosion craters, pyroclastic deposits (pumice and ash), and lava flows. Collectively, these fully illustrate the volcanic history of an andesitic composite volcano associated with crustal plate subduction.
Geologically, the Pitons are volcanic plugs, cooled lava that blocks the vents of active volcanoes, and the area around them is rife with geothermal activity. Hot springs and fumaroles bring visitors to Sulphur Springs Park, which has been called the Caribbean's only “drive-in volcano.”
St Lucia is a country with a mixed economy, facing both economic opportunities and challenges. While it is not considered a rich country by developed-world standards, its citizens enjoy a high quality of life and a rich cultural heritage, making it a unique and valuable place to call home.