Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
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Capital
Jamestown
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Local time
19:33
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Population
7 460
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+290
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Currency
£ SHP (pound)
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
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Capital
Jamestown
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Local time
19:33
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Population
7 460
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+290
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Currency
£ SHP (pound)
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Petrol price
€ NULL pl
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Precipitation
562mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
410 km2
Population
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Languages
English
Economy
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Industries
construction, crafts, lacework, fishing, philatelic sales
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Agriculture
coffee, corn, potatoes, vegetables, fish, lobster, livestock, timber
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Natural Resources
fish, lobster
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Natural Resources
fish, lobster
What not to do when visiting Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Don’t forget to be polite all the time - it’s essential in social interactions. You should always say "good morning", good afternoon" and "good evening" upon meeting anyone before saying anything else.
Don't forget Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha are British Overseas Territories, the islanders reflect many British traditions and customs.
Tell us your experience
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Don’t forget the travel to Saint Helena and Tristan da Cunha is by sea only.
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