============================== NORTHERN MARIANAS ============================== The Northern Marianas comprise all 17 Mariana Islands except Guam, the most southerly, forming a mountainous and volcanic chain extending northwards to the Tropic of Cancer. The population is concentrated on the three largest of the six inhabited islands: Salpan, the seat of government and commerce, Rota, and Tinlan. The US government has ploughed $228 million into the islands which has produced a growing tourist industry. Area (Sq. Km.): 477 Population: 43,345 Capital: Susupe Language: English Religion: Christian Government Type: Republic Currency: US dollar Embassy: Represented by USA «»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«» Foreign Office Advice: Normal care and precautions should be taken. For more information ring: Foreign Office Travel Unit 0171-270-4129