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Nauru: flag, capital and facts

Nauru is a country in Oceania (Australia & Oceania). Its capital is Yaren. Population — 11,947. Area — 21 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of Nauru

A yellow equator line with a star below it.

The capital of Nauru — Yaren

Yaren is the capital of Nauru. There is no official capital; the de facto centre is Yaren district. Yaren is the main district — there's no official capital.

Facts about Nauru

Official name: Republic of Nauru
Capital: Yaren
Continent: Australia & Oceania
Region: Oceania
Population: 11,947
Area: 21 km²
Currency: AUD ($)
Status: UN member state
Coordinates: -0.53333333°, 166.91666666°

How to remember the name

The nameNauru — the smallest island country on Earth.

Did you know?

Nauru is the only country in the world with no official capital.

Other countries of Oceania

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