Geography
Tuvalu is in Polynesia, Oceania. Its listed coordinates are -8, 178; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Oceania
Tuvalu
Tuvalu 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
- Funafuti
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Polynesia
- Population
- 10.6 thousand
- Area
- 26 km²
- Currency
- Australian dollar (AUD)
- Official language
- English, Tuvaluan
- Calling code
- +688
- Internet TLD
- .tv
- Time zone
- UTC+12:00
Tuvalu map preview: -8.00, 178.00
People and Culture
Tuvalu uses English, Tuvaluan 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 Tuvalu 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
Tuvalu is recorded with the official name Tuvalu. 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
- Funafuti
- Polynesia cultural and historic sites
- Oceania map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Funafuti
- Time zone data: UTC+12:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Tuvalu is grouped under Oceania.
- Tuvalu has a listed area of 26 km².
- Tuvalu is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Tuvalu
What is the capital of Tuvalu?
The capital of Tuvalu is Funafuti.
What continent is Tuvalu in?
Tuvalu is in Oceania.
What currency does Tuvalu use?
Tuvalu uses the Australian dollar.
What language is spoken in Tuvalu?
English, Tuvaluan is listed for Tuvalu in this database.