maps of new caledonia

New Caledonia is located in the Southwest Pacific and is an overseas possession of France. New Caledonia maps an area of around 18,575 square kilometer. The capital of the country is Noumea and it is also the largest city in the country.

The official language of the country is French. The French president is the head of the state. It is to decide in a referendum to be held four years down the line whether to stay in France or not. The capital city is also the seat of the secretariat of the pacific community.

The island faces a tropical climate and gusty winds. The economy of the island is based on minerals as it is a mineral rich island and has about one quarter of the world’s nickel. Mining is one of the biggest industries on the island. It is the fourth largest economy in Oceania. The country has to take good steps towards the protection of its environment.

Even certain fauna on the island is endemic to the place, like the Kagu bird and the Sylviornis. The maps of New Caledonia have a number of good blue water beaches on it. Those with the travel maps of New Caledonia can visit places like the Isle of Pines and Koumac. Those who are more adventurous can head to Poum and Mare.