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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>'''Haitian''' refers to anything related to [[Haiti]], a Caribbean country, including its people, culture, language, and history. The term is most commonly used to refer to citizens of Haiti, who are also known as Haitian nationals.<br />
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== History ==<br />
Haiti's history is marked by periods of political and social instability, economic hardship, and natural disasters. The country gained independence from [[France]] in 1804, becoming the first black republic and the second independent nation in the Western Hemisphere. Despite its early promise, Haiti has struggled with issues such as poverty, corruption, and political instability.<br />
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== People ==<br />
The majority of Haiti's population is of African descent, with a small percentage of mixed-race, white, and indigenous people. The official languages are [[French]] and [[Haitian Creole]], with the latter being the most widely spoken. The predominant religion is [[Roman Catholicism]], but many Haitians also practice [[Vodou]], a syncretic religion combining elements of West African, indigenous Taino, and Roman Catholic beliefs.<br />
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== Culture ==<br />
Haitian culture is a blend of African, Taino, and French influences. It is known for its music, particularly [[Kompa]] and [[Rara]], its vibrant visual arts scene, and its rich oral tradition. Haitian cuisine is a mix of French, African, and Taino culinary traditions, with staples such as rice and beans, plantains, and spicy pikliz.<br />
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== Language ==<br />
The official languages of Haiti are French and Haitian Creole. While French is used in formal settings such as government and education, Haitian Creole, a language that developed during the colonial period from a mixture of French, West African languages, and Taino, is spoken by the majority of the population.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[History of Haiti]]<br />
* [[Culture of Haiti]]<br />
* [[Languages of Haiti]]<br />
* [[Religion in Haiti]]<br />
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[[Category:Haiti]]<br />
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