Saint Martin: flag, capital and facts

Saint Martin is a territory in Caribbean (North America). Its capital is Marigot. Population — 26,129. Area — 53 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of Saint Martin

The official flag is the French tricolour — Saint Martin is an overseas piece of France.

The capital of Saint Martin — Marigot

Marigot is the capital of Saint Martin. Marigot — at the Marigot market it smells of French croissants under the palms.

Facts about Saint Martin

Capital: Marigot
Continent: North America
Region: Caribbean
Population: 26,129
Area: 53 km²
Currency: EUR (€)
Status: Dependent territory
Coordinates: 18.08333333°, -63.95°

How to remember the name

The nameSaint Martin is the French half of the island; the southern half is the Dutch Sint Maarten.

Did you know?

The border between the two countries is marked only by friendly welcome signs.

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