Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha: flag, capital and facts

Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha is a territory in Western Africa (Africa). Its capital is Jamestown. Area — 394 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

A blue flag with a crest: a sailing ship and a little plover bird.

The capital of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha — Jamestown

Jamestown is the capital of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. Jamestown is wedged in a gorge, with 'Jacob's Ladder' — 699 steps — climbing up!

Facts about Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Capital: Jamestown
Continent: Africa
Region: Western Africa
Area: 394 km²
Currency: GBP (£), SHP (£)
Status: Dependent territory
Coordinates: -15.95°, -5.72°

How to remember the name

The nameSaint Helena — Napoleon was exiled here and spent his final years on the island.

Did you know?

A tortoise named Jonathan has lived here nearly 200 years — the oldest land animal alive.

Flags that look alike

These flags are easy to mix up with the flag of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha — in the game they are trained side by side, so the difference sticks.

Other countries of Western Africa

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