new-caledonia
Population facts The population of this Oceanian territory is around 290,000 people. The majority of New Caledonia's inhabitants reside in Noumea which is the territory's most populous city. New Caledonia has a low population when compared to most other places around the world, its overall population density is approximately 16 people per sq km. The estimated population of Oceania (region) is approximately 39,331,000 inhabitants, making it the continent with the smallest population in the world (excluding Antarctica). The continents in order of population, starting with highest population first, are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia (Oceania Region) and Antarctica. The total population of the entire world is in excess of 7.8 billion people.
Capital & major cities The capital of New Caledonia is Noumea, which is located on the main island of Grande Terre. Other major towns include Mont-Dore, Dumbea, Pa'ita and Bourail. New Caledonia is a French overseas collectivity, which means it is a part of France but with a lot of local self-government. The territory contains the worlds largest enclosed lagoon, surrounding most of Grande Terre, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.
National symbol(s): kagu (a flightless bird)
National colors: blue, red and green
National Anthem/Song: La Marseillaise (as part of France); also has an unofficial song called Soyons Unis, Devenons Freres (Translation: Let Us Be United, Let Us Become Brothers)
National Holiday(s): Bastille Day, 14 July (as part of France); also New Caledonia Day, 24 September