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Saint-Martin: Quick Facts

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Boats in harbour, Marcel Cove, Saint-Martin, Lesser Antilles.
Map showing the island of Saint Martin in the Caribbean Sea, divided into the northern French territory of Saint-Martin with Marigot as its main town, and the southern Dutch territory of Sint Maarten with Philipsburg as its main town. Nearby Saint-Barthelemy is also shown to the southeast. Key locations, including Grand-Case, Simson Lagoon, and Paradis Peak, are labeled, and an inset map displays the island's position in the Caribbean region.
Map of the Caribbean region highlighting the location of Saint-Martin, an overseas collectivity of France. The island is labeled with its capital, Marigot, and is shown northeast of Puerto Rico and near other islands such as Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, and the Dominican Republic. Surrounding bodies of water, including the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, are also labeled.
Beachfront path at Long Bay, Saint-Martin, Lesser Antilles.
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