new caledonia

Introduction

new caledonia is located in Oceania, with its capital being noumea and the official language being French.

franc is the legal tender of new caledonia. The top-level domain of new caledonia is .nc, and to make an overseas call to new caledonia, you need to add +687 / 00687 before the number.

The IANA time zone of new caledonia is Pacific/Noumea. The local time is 3 hours behind compared to Beijing time. On 2026-02-25, the sunrise time in new caledonia's capital noumea is 05:49, and the sunset time is 18:26.

New Caledonia: A French Diversity Paradise in the South Pacific

New Caledonia is a French overseas territory located in the South Pacific Ocean, comprising the main island of Grande Terre, the Loyalty Islands and others, and is home to the world's second-largest coral lagoon, which is listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. It is a blend of indigenous Kanak culture, French flair and Polynesian traditions, with markets in the capital, Nouméa, showcasing native crafts, while the Blue Lagoon is a destination for scuba divers and sailing enthusiasts. The economy is based on nickel mining (a global leader in reserves) and tourism, and French cuisine is uniquely flavored with tropical fruits. Part of France, it uses the euro and its official language is French, while retaining a rich heritage of Aboriginal languages, making it a multicultural jewel in the Pacific.