Saint Gilles les Bains The seaside resort village with most of the island's hotels, Saint Gilles is found on the island's west coast. © Ed Scott - age fotostock
Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, which is often referred to as the ?Saint Tropez' of Reunion, is an island beach resort with several facets. There are markets and boutiques in the town centre, together with a marina and a lively seafront full of bars; it is a very popular site with holidaymakers and locals alike! Therefore, do not be surprised by the crowds, especially at the weekend. If you're staying in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, do not forget to stop at the historic museum of Villèle, a beautiful colonial house and symbol of the awful memory of slavery. The mansion, the old sugar factory and the slave hospital can also be visited.
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