Travel guide
Nature and culture
While the capital feels more like France than an island in the South Pacific, outside the city lies a world of tradition and authenticity. Home to the Melanesian population, the east coast of New Caledonia is sumptuous and green. Further north you’ll find small French farming communities, while the south is brimming with nature reserves. New Caledonia is an eclectic mix of tradition and influence.
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