South of this Northern ridge lies the flat and fertile Basseterre Valley, home to the Monkey Hill Village and most of the other settlements of the parish.

The beaches of Saint Peter Basseterre are used by Leatherback turtles to lay their eggs and have large reef formations offshore.

The Canada Estate area is home to the island's quarry site, and many subsidiary industries which manufacture blocks and ready-mixed concrete.

Agriculture dominates the Basseterre Valley, and peasant farmers rear livestock and grow various fruits and vegetables for local consumption on their small holdings.

There are no seaports in the parish due to the harsh Atlantic waves along the coast and the many dangerous reef formations.

Many persons from outlying villages such as Monkey Hill and Ogee's watches the splendour in this riveting festival.