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Pitcairn Islands

Pitcairn Islands
  • Capital

    Capital

    Adamstown

  • Local time

    Local time

    21:11

  • Population

    Population

    50

  • Driving side

    Driving side

    Left

  • Calling code

    Calling code

    +64

  • Currency

    Currency

    $ NZD (dollar)

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Pitcairn Islands

Pitcairn Islands
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  • Capital

    Capital

    Adamstown

  • Local time

    Local time

    21:11

  • Population

    Population

    50

  • Driving side

    Driving side

    Left

  • Calling code

    Calling code

    +64

  • Currency

    Currency

    $ NZD (dollar)

  • Petrol price

    Petrol price

    € NULL pl

  • Precipitation

    Precipitation

    1 351mm /year

Geography & travel

  • Country Area

    Country Area

    47 km2

Population

  • Languages

    Languages

    English
    Pitkern

Economy

  • Industries

    Industries

    postage stamps, handicrafts, beekeeping, honey

  • Agriculture

    Agriculture

    honey, fruits and vegetables, goats, chickens, fish

  • Natural Resources

    Natural Resources

    miro trees, fish

  • Natural Resources

    Natural Resources

    miro trees, fish

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What not to do when visiting Pitcairn Islands

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Don’t forget the nearest hospital facilities are in French Polynesia or New Zealand, at least four days sail away. Pitcairn has a medical clinic and a resident doctor only.

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Don’t expect air access to the Pitcairn Islands - there’s no. A regular shipping service operates between Pitcairn and Mangareva.

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Don’t forget to contact the Pitcairn Island Office in Auckland (New Zealand) if you’re willing to stay on Pitcairn for two weeks or more.

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Don’t forget Pitcairn Island is a British Overseas Territory.

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Don't forget alcohol was legally prohibited until recently - locals may now obtain a six-month license to purchase it.

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Don’t ignore the Sabbath (Saturday) - it’s consistently considered a day of rest (if not worship).

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Don’t necessarily dance, smoke or show your affection in public - it can be still frowned upon.

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Don't refuse the Hibiscus blossom when offered - place it behind your left ear. The Tiare Tahiti flower can be found only in French Polynesia and is used to welcome friends or new visitors.

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