Interesting Facts about Nauru
- Population: 10,900
- Area: 8.1 square miles (21 square kilometers)
- Official language: Nauruan, English
- Currency: Australian dollar
- Sea level: Nauru is an elevated coral island, with its highest point reaching about 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level.
- Location: Located in the Central Pacific, northeast of Australia.
- Most available food: Fish, coconuts, pandanus fruit, breadfruit, and taro.
- Income source: Nauru’s economy has historically relied on phosphate mining, offshore banking, and foreign aid.
Unknown Facts about Nauru
- Nauru is the third smallest country in the world by land area.
- It was once the world’s richest country per capita due to its phosphate deposits.
- Nauru is known for its unique musical style called “reng,” which features a mix of traditional and Western influences.
- The island was under German, British, Australian, and Japanese control before gaining independence in 1968.
- Nauru has no armed forces, and its defense is the responsibility of Australia.
- The island’s phosphate reserves have been almost entirely depleted, leading to environmental and economic challenges.
- Nauru is a member of the United Nations and the Commonwealth of Nations.
- The country has a significant obesity problem, with one of the highest obesity rates globally.
- Nauru was the world’s smallest republic until the independence of the Maldives in 1965.
- The unique rock formations on Nauru’s coast, known as “Moqua Well” or “Twelve Apostles,” are popular tourist attractions.
Interesting Facts about Nauru – 10 Unknown Facts about Nauru
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