From then on, the town developed quickly to become the largest harbour in the region.
Also on the west coast are the island's main port and a large natural harbour.
The French fishermen came to the area because of its large harbour, and flat rock beaches which they used for curing fish.
It became the largest harbour on the Rhône and an active industrial city.
Closer in was a large natural harbour, from which a wide channel led inland to where the settlement had stood.
Sierra Leone is also home to the third largest natural harbour in the world.
It is the largest natural harbour in the African continent.
It is the largest harbour on the south side of the island.
The Trincomalee port is the fifth largest natural harbour in the world.
The aerial view is superb with its rows of houses and large harbour.