Geography
Niue is in Polynesia, Oceania. Its listed coordinates are -19.03333333, -169.86666666; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Oceania
Niue
Niue is a country in Polynesia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Alofi
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Polynesia
- Population
- 1.7 thousand
- Area
- 260 km²
- Currency
- New Zealand dollar (NZD)
- Official language
- English, Niuean
- Calling code
- +683
- Internet TLD
- .nu
- Time zone
- UTC-11:00
Niue map preview: -19.03, -169.87
People and Culture
Niue uses English, Niuean 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 Niue 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
Niue is recorded with the official name Niue. 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
- Alofi
- Polynesia cultural and historic sites
- Oceania map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Alofi
- Time zone data: UTC-11:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Niue is grouped under Oceania.
- Niue has a listed area of 260 km².
- Niue is not listed as a UN member in the source data.
FAQs about Niue
What is the capital of Niue?
The capital of Niue is Alofi.
What continent is Niue in?
Niue is in Oceania.
What currency does Niue use?
Niue uses the New Zealand dollar.
What language is spoken in Niue?
English, Niuean is listed for Niue in this database.