The Owia Salt Pond is located near the small village of Owia on St. Vincent’s North Eastern Coast. The area is inhabited by the Black Caribs, the country’s indigenous people. The “pond” was created by the lava from the Soufriere volcano, which cooled when it reached the sea and formed a small bowl in which salt water accumulates. The pond is replenished by the waves that splash over the rocks, keeping it perpetually fresh and at the same level. The pond, which is surrounded by large volcanic rocks that protect it from the ocean, is a popular tourist destination, and many people come to swim in its warm, salty water that is believed to have therapeutic characteristics. The pond is surrounded by well-maintained grounds with a gazebo, fire pits, showers, and park tables and benches.

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