Northern North America, islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, south of Newfoundland (Canada).
First settled by the French in the early 17th century, Saint Pierre and Miquelon are the sole remaining vestige of France's once vast North American p ...
Longitude: -56.3333
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Saint Pierre and Miquelon:
1,919.244 km
Terrain:
Mostly barren rock.
Natural Resources:
Fish, deepwater ports.
Industries:
Fish processing and supply base for fishing fleets; tourism.
Population: 5,132
Most of the population is found on Saint Pierre Island; a small settlement is located on the north end of Miquelon Island.
Area: 242 km2
one and half times the size of Washington, DC
Vegetation scanty; the islands are part of the northern Appalachians, along with Newfoundland.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| fra | French |
French (official)
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| EUR | Euro | € |
Capital City: Saint-Pierre
Local time: Thursday, December 11 at 12:37 pm (GMT-03:00)
The flag of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a blue field with a yellow ship and a red and green border with Basque, Breton, and Norman symbols.
Bordering Countries
Saint Pierre and Miquelon has no bordering countries.
Visiting Saint Pierre and Miquelon
You're in for a treat! Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a fascinating place to explore, especially from June to September. Here's what you could encounter:
- Rich French heritage and culture
- Beautiful coastal landscapes
- Unique wildlife and marine life
- Remote location with limited access
- Variable weather conditions
- Limited tourist infrastructure
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- French-inspired cuisine with fresh seafood.
- Popular dishes include Moules Marinières and Crêpes.
- Freshly baked baguettes and local cheeses are widely enjoyed.
- Explore the town of Saint-Pierre
- Visit the Île aux Marins
- Enjoy whale watching tours
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