🇸🇽 Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten
Territory and Sovereignty
Region: Americas
Basic Information
Capital: Philipsburg
Population: 58,477
Area: 34 km²
Subregion: Caribbean
About Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, situated in the Caribbean region of North America. Historically, it was part of the Netherlands Antilles before gaining a new status in 2010. The island shares a unique history with its French counterpart, Saint Martin, dividing the island into two distinct political entities. Before its current form, Sint Maarten was known as the Island Territory of Sint Maarten, reflecting its earlier administrative structure. The island's history is marked by periods of colonial influence and a vibrant cultural exchange.