Sint Maarten, Caribbean administrative territory in Sint Maarten, Netherlands.
Description
Sint Maarten is a Caribbean country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands occupying the southern part of Saint Martin island, with Philipsburg as its capital. Coastal areas with their commercial districts, residential neighborhoods, and harbors draw most activity, while the hilly interior remains less developed.
History
The signing of the Treaty of Concordia in 1648 divided the island between Dutch and French administration. After several status changes during the 20th century, the territory gained full autonomy within the Kingdom in 2010 and suffered severe damage from Hurricane Irma in 2017.
Culture
King Willem-Alexander's birthday on April 27 is celebrated with street parties and buildings decorated in orange. Residents often speak English in daily life, while Dutch administrative terms appear on street signs and in public facilities.
Practical
Princess Juliana International Airport connects the territory with North America and Europe through direct flights. The US dollar serves as official currency, and the absence of sales taxes results in lower prices at shops and shopping centers.
Did you know?
At Maho Beach, aircraft fly over beachgoers at very low altitude as the runway sits directly beside it. Jet engine thrust during takeoff can knock people down, attracting onlookers despite warning signs.
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Fort Amsterdam
2.1 km
Maho Beach
5.6 km
St. Martin of Tours' Church, Sint Maarten
2.3 km
Boundary marker St. Martin
3.9 kmMullet Bay Beach
6.4 km
Sentry Hill
1 kmKim Sha Beach
2.7 km
Methodist church, Philipsburg
2.3 km
Guavaberry Emporium, Philipsburg
2.9 km
Eagle tours
2.9 km
Renegades
2.2 km
Scenic Overlook
1.2 km
Statue of Claude Wathey
2.5 km
St maarten golf association
5.8 km
Under SXM
1.9 kmFort Gelderland
1.9 km
Great Salt Pond
1.7 kmMullet Pond
6 kmFort Willem I
3.4 kmSchietpost Bel Air
1 kmBattery Pieter
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