Haiti lies between the North American and Caribbean Plates, which makes it subject to frequent and strong earthquakes which have transformed the natural and social environment. The 2010 earthquake largely destroyed the built environment of Haiti's capital, Port-a-Prince, including the Presidential Palace. The location of the palace now houses shipping containers, which is symbolic of the impact the earthquake had on the city and nation. The largest prison, The National Penitentiary, was also destroyed, which allowed for inmates to escape, causing an international panic. Lastly, the Place du Marron, was transformed into a housing area for Haitians who were forced to leave their homes, living in this public space to receive aid. The death toll was catastrophic, and the city's urban landscape was drastically effected.
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