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Saint Martin

Americas · Caribbean

Capital
Marigot
Population
0
Area
53 km²
Region
Caribbean
Languages
French
Currency
Euro (€)

Location on the World Map

Saint Martin
Americas · Caribbean
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ContinentAmericas · Caribbean
Neighbouring countries (1)

Famous Personality

Louis-Constant Fleming

politician

He is one of the best-known political figures associated with Saint Martin.

Local Delicacy

Johnny cake

This fried or baked cornmeal bread is a beloved staple across Saint Martin.

National Symbols

National animalBrown pelican
National birdBrown pelican

Famous Landmark & Geography

Pic Paradis, a famous landmark of Saint Martin

Pic Paradis

The island's highest point offers sweeping views over Saint Martin.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropSugarcane

Sugarcane was historically the island's principal plantation crop and remains its best-known traditional crop.

Most grown fruitMango

Mango is a widely grown tropical fruit on Saint Martin and among its most familiar local fruits.

Major Cities

Marigot Grand Case Quartier d'Orleans

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Pic Paradis424 m

Major Airports

Princess Juliana International Airport · Sint Maarten
IATA SXMICAO TNCM
Grand Case-Espérance Airport · Grand Case
IATA SFGICAO TFFG

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Steelpan

Steelpan is highly visible in Saint Martin carnival and wider Caribbean popular music.

2
Drum kit

Drum kit anchors reggae, zouk, soca and live dance bands on Saint Martin.

3
Guitar

Guitar is common in Saint Martin's popular, church and acoustic folk performance.

4
Shak-Shak

Shak-shak is a traditional Caribbean shaker used in festive and folk music on the island.

5
Bass guitar

Bass guitar provides the groove in Saint Martin's reggae, soca and zouk ensembles.

Bordering Countries

Sint Maarten