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Philipsburg

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Philipsburg

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capital city of Sint Maarten

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Philipsburg is the capital city of Sint Maarten, a Caribbean island nation. It serves as the island's main administrative and commercial center.

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Instance of
town
Country
Sint Maarten
Located in
Sint Maarten
Population
1338
Elevation
8
Capital of
Sint Maarten
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St. Maarten Philipsburg Great Bay Beach.jpg
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Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
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Category:Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
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Encyclopedic overview

Philipsburg ( Dutch pronunciation: [ˈfilɪpsˌbʏr(ə)x]) is the main town and capital of Sint Maarten, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It is located on the southern coast of Saint Martin island, between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. It serves as the main port of entry, with the major airport and port located in the vicinity. Tourism is the main economic activity, supported by extensive lodgings and cultural activities. As of 2017, the town had 1,894 inhabitants.

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