New Caledonia is in Oceania, with a population of 284,000 people. The capital of New Caledonia is Noumea. The currency used is the CFP Franc (XPF). There are roughly 40 different languages spoken in New Caledonia, some popular ones being French, Nengone, Paici, Ajie, and Drehu.
New Caledonia is roughly the size of New Jersey but offers a much more tropical environment. The whole island is surrounded by one of the worlds largest lagoons.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Easter Monday (Date Varies)
- May Day (May 1)
- Victory Day (May 8)
- Ascension Day (Date Varies)
- Whit Monday (Date Varies)
- French National Day (Jul 14)
- Assumption of Mary (Aug 15)
- New Caledonia Day (Sep 24)
- All Saints Day (Nov 1)
- Armistice Day (Nov 11)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
It does not have any world heritage sites but does have many nature areas and parks including:
Want to learn more? Check out New Caledonia’s tourism website!
Also check out the New Caledonia Museum in Noumea.
Fun activities to do
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