Nauru

Nauru Nauru promises to develop as one of the best diving spots in the world, as well as a great place for sport fishing. This country is in fact the only nation in the world without an official capital. Along the coast lines, it will be possible to see bunkers with Japanese writings from WWII where they were holding watch. Unlike the rest of the Polynesian nations, Nauruans enjoy on of the best living standards in the world, thanks to a a stable aconomy based on phosphate export. So come down and explore this unique little nation.

Area: 21,2 Km²
Population: 12.100 (2001 est.)
Density: 571 pop/Km²

System of government: Presidential Republic
Capital: No official capital, government offices in Yaren District
Major cities: -
Ethnic majority: Nauruan 57%, other Pacific Islander 26%, Chinese 8%, European and others 9%
Border countries: -

Greatest height: 65 m
Principal rivers: -
Principal lakes: Buada Lagoon
Principal islands: Nauru 21,2 Km²
Climate: Equatorial

Language: Nauruan
Religion: Protestant 60%, Catholic 30%
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)

Fixed public holidays: 1/1, 31/1, 17/5, 26/10, 25/12, 26/12
Dialling code: 00674
GMT: +12

World Heritage List: -