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Sint Maarten

Americas · Caribbean

Capital
Philipsburg
Population
0
Area
34 km²
Region
Caribbean
Languages
English, French, Dutch
Currency
Netherlands Antillean guilder (ƒ)

Location on the World Map

Sint Maarten
Americas · Caribbean
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ContinentAmericas · Caribbean
Neighbouring countries (1)

Famous Personality

DJ Outkast

musician

He is a well-known St. Maarten DJ and producer associated with the island's music scene.

Local Delicacy

Johnny cakes

These fried or baked cornmeal breads are a popular Caribbean staple on the island.

National Symbols

National animalBrown pelican
National birdBrown pelican

Famous Landmark & Geography

Maho Beach, a famous landmark of Sint Maarten

Maho Beach

It is world-famous for low-flying aircraft passing just above the beach.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropCassava

Cassava is a traditional hardy staple suited to Sint Maarten's dry conditions and small-scale cultivation.

Most grown fruitMango

Mango is one of Sint Maarten's most common and recognizable tropical fruits in local yards and small plots.

Major Cities

Philipsburg Lower Prince's Quarter Cole Bay

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mount Flagstaff383 m

Major Airports

Princess Juliana International Airport · Philipsburg
IATA SXMICAO TNCM

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Steelpan

Steelpan is highly visible in carnival and popular festive music on Sint Maarten.

2
Drum kit

Drum kit drives the island's soca, reggae, and dance-oriented live music scenes.

3
Bass guitar

Bass guitar is essential in Sint Maarten's soca, calypso, reggae, and zouk-influenced bands.

4
Keyboard

Keyboards are widely used in modern Caribbean bands for harmony, brass sounds, and dance grooves.

5
Guitar

Guitar is common in local popular music as well as smaller acoustic and hotel performance settings.

Bordering Countries

Saint Martin