New Zealand
A pair of long, green islands adrift in the South Pacific, New Zealand has more sheep than people and a habit of doing things first, from votes for women to summiting Everest.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS ◢
A Blue Ensign with the Union Jack in the canton and four red, white-edged stars of the Southern Cross on the fly. The Union Jack marks historic ties to Britain and the Southern Cross the nation's place in the South Pacific.
New Zealand FACTS ◢
| Capital | Wellington |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Population | 5,307,800 |
| Area | 268,021 km² |
| Population density | 20 /km² |
| Currency | New Zealand dollar (NZD) NZ$ |
| Official languages | English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language |
| Calling code | +64 |
| Internet TLD | .nz |
| Time zones | UTC+12:00, UTC+13:00 |
| Drives on the | Left |
| ISO codes | NZ / NZL |
DID YOU KNOW? ◢
- In 1893 it became the first self-governing country in the world to grant women the right to vote.
- It's home to the kiwi, a flightless nocturnal bird found nowhere else on Earth.
- For much of its history it has had significantly more sheep than people.
- New Zealander Edmund Hillary was, with Tenzing Norgay, among the first confirmed climbers to reach the summit of Everest in 1953.
New Zealand FAQ ◢
What is the capital of New Zealand?
The capital of New Zealand is Wellington.
What is the population of New Zealand?
New Zealand has a population of about 5,307,800.
What currency does New Zealand use?
New Zealand uses the New Zealand dollar (NZD).
What languages are spoken in New Zealand?
The official languages of New Zealand are English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language.
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