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Nauru

Republic of Nauru

Oceania · Micronesia

Capital
Yaren
Population
12.7K
Area
21 km²
Region
Micronesia
Languages
English, Nauru
Currency
Australian dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

Nauru
Oceania · Micronesia
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ContinentOceania · Micronesia
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Nauru is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Marcus Stephen

athlete and leader

He won multiple Commonwealth weightlifting medals and later served as President of Nauru.

Local Delicacy

Coconut fish

Fresh reef fish cooked with coconut is a simple and traditional island staple.

National Symbols

National animalFrigatebird
National birdNauru reed warbler

Famous Landmark & Geography

Buada Lagoon, a famous landmark of Nauru

Buada Lagoon

This inland lagoon is one of Nauru's best-known natural features.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropCoconut

Coconut is the island’s most traditional and widespread crop, though agriculture is very limited.

Most grown fruitCoconut

Coconut is Nauru’s best-known fruit-bearing plant and the main traditional produce of the island.

Major Cities

Yaren Denigomodu Aiwo

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Command Ridge71 m

Major Airports

Nauru International Airport · Yaren
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Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Ukulele

The ukulele is widely used in Nauruan community singing and modern island-style music.

2
Guitar

Acoustic guitar commonly accompanies popular songs, church music, and social performances in Nauru.

3
Keyboard

Electronic keyboards are common in contemporary Nauruan church and popular music settings.

4
Drum kit

Drum kit supports modern band music and community performances on the island.

5
Pate

Wooden slit drums have been used in wider Micronesian performance contexts and ceremonial rhythm-making.