St. Maarten N.A. - the Ultimate travel destination
St.Maarten is one of the 5 islands of the Netherlands Antilles. This island paradise is approximately located 280 miles east of Puerto Rico. St. Maarten is unique because it is the only island within the Caribbean to be ruled by two ruling European countries. Sharing the magnificent blend of Dutch and French culture.
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St. Maarten is also known for having an intriguing historical background. St.Maarten was discovered by the worlds famous explorer Christopher Columbus in 1493. The Spanish, French, Dutch, and English all claimed possession of this beautiful island.
In 1648 the island was divided in two by a Treaty of Concordia, which was signed on March 23rd,1648, in which the Dutch side received 16 square miles and the French with 21 square miles. Between the two borders there is no checkpoint where you need to pay to cross; it is free access.
Sint Maarten travel tips
St.Maarten(Dutch area) with its capital Philipsburg, occupies the southern part of the island (over 16 square miles). St. Martin (French area) with its capital Marigot occupies the northern part of the island (over 21 Square miles).
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Clothing stores
Jewellery stores
Souvenir stores
Restaurants
Multiple tourist attractions.
There are many historical sights where you see the marks, left by the Indians, pirates, slaves, soldiers, merchants and marines.
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