Geography
Nauru is in Micronesia, Oceania. Its listed coordinates are -0.53333333, 166.91666666; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Oceania
Nauru
Nauru is a country in Micronesia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Yaren
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Micronesia
- Population
- 11.7 thousand
- Area
- 21 km²
- Currency
- Australian dollar (AUD)
- Official language
- English, Nauru
- Calling code
- +674
- Internet TLD
- .nr
- Time zone
- UTC+12:00
Nauru map preview: -0.53, 166.92
People and Culture
Nauru uses English, Nauru in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Nauru varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Nauru is recorded with the official name Republic of Nauru. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Yaren
- Micronesia cultural and historic sites
- Oceania map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Yaren
- Time zone data: UTC+12:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Nauru is grouped under Oceania.
- Nauru has a listed area of 21 km².
- Nauru is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Nauru
What is the capital of Nauru?
The capital of Nauru is Yaren.
What continent is Nauru in?
Nauru is in Oceania.
What currency does Nauru use?
Nauru uses the Australian dollar.
What language is spoken in Nauru?
English, Nauru is listed for Nauru in this database.