In Saint-Pierre, the cheminée de Basse-Terre stands as a structure from an ancienne usine sucrière. It is situated in the area of Basse-Terre-les-Bas and represents the island's history of cane sugar production.
The chimney and its surrounding land are listed in the inventory of historical monuments. This classification was established on June 10, 2002, marking the site as a recognized piece of the architectural heritage in the southwest Indian Ocean.
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