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Overseas France

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Aerial view of Bora Bora, an island in French Polynesia surrounded by a beautiful lagoon and barrier reef.

Overseas France

Overseas France is the name for parts of France that are far away from Europe. These places are islands or pieces of land in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans, and also in South America. They were once part of the old French colonial empire, but they are still linked to France today.

People living in these places are all citizens of France. They can vote in French Parliament elections and European elections. Each place has its own special rules. Some are like the areas in Europe, and others can make more of their own decisions.

Beautiful Places

Overseas France has many beautiful spots. You can find islands in the ocean, like French Polynesia with its lovely beaches, and Réunion with its green hills. There is also French Guiana in South America, which has a special jungle called the Amazon.

Big Cities

Some of the biggest cities in Overseas France are:

These cities are homes to many people and have their own special charm.

Images

Map showing the various territories that are part of the French Republic around the world.
Map showing the location of Overseas France territories around the world.
A scenic view of the town of Saint-Pierre and Île aux Marins in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon.
Aerial view of Cayenne, the capital city of French Guiana, taken from a small aircraft.
A beautiful view of the town of Marigot in St. Martin from Fort St. Louis.
A beautiful aerial view of the tropical island of Les Saintes in Guadeloupe, showcasing its lush greenery and coastal landscapes.
A beautiful coastal landscape at the Presqu'île de la Caravelle reserve in Martinique.
A beautiful aerial view of the island of Saint-Barthélemy, showing its coastline and harbor.
Aerial view of Mount Choungui, a volcanic mountain in Mayotte, showcasing its natural landscape and rocky terrain.
A beautiful view of the town of La Possession from the Roche Vert-Bouteille trail on the island of La Réunion.
A group of penguins in their natural habitat at Baie du Pacha on Île de l'Est.
A paramotor flying over the beautiful lagoon of Bourail in New Caledonia.
Aerial view of Wallis Island in the South Pacific, showing its lagoons, coral reefs, and surrounding islets.
Palm trees growing on the sandy beach of Clipperton Island in the Pacific Ocean.

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