Main Cities, Capital, Rivers,
Mountains
Nouméa is New Caledonia's Capital
Mount colnett is one of new Caledonia's mountains
Lifestyle
The French of New Caledonia live mainly in Noumea and their influence can be seen in the architecture, food, and shops.
Interesting facts
1. There are about 250,000 people that live in New Caledonia, a special collectivity of France.
2. Located in Oceania in the Melanesia region, New Caledonia is about 1,210 km or 750 miles east of Australia, with Vanuatu in the north.
3. The largest city and capital is Noumea with about 100,000 people, followed by Mont Dore, Dumbea, Paita, We, Tadine, Poindimie, Bourail, Kone, and Houailou.
4. The mainland includes a central mountain range with Mont Panie being the highest peak at 1,629 metres or 5,344 feet. The eastern side of the mountain range is more vegetation, the western coast is more plains and agriculture areas.
5. The languages used are French, English, Drehu, Nengone, Paici, Ajie, Xaracuu, and more than 30 other local languages.
6. Is home to the New Caledonian crow, known for making tools as much or more than primates.
7. The currency used is the CFP Franc, XPF. The main export is Nickel, New Caledonia has about 25% of the world’s nickel reserves.
8. Include the New Caledonian lagoon, at 24,000 sq. km it’s one of the largest lagoons worldwide.
9. Is home to the world’s largest species of fern, the Cyathea Intermedia, getting so big, it resembles more of a palm tree than a plant.
10. There are about 100,000 people that travel to or visit New Caledonia every year, with attractions being the beaches and water activities, especially from Australia and New Zealand.
