Oceania, island group consisting of nine coral atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, about half way from Hawaii to Australia.
Voyagers from either Samoa or Tonga first populated Tuvalu in the first millennium A.D., and the islands provided a stepping-stone for various Polynes ...
Longitude: 178
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Tuvalu:
11,818.241 km
Terrain:
Low-lying and narrow coral atolls.
Natural Resources:
Fish, coconut (copra).
Industries:
Fishing.
Population: 11,733
Over half of the population resides on the atoll of Funafuti.
Area: 26 km2
0.1 times the size of Washington, DC
One of the smallest and most remote countries on Earth; six of the nine coral atolls -- Nanumea, Nui, Vaitupu, Nukufetau, Funafuti, and Nukulaelae -- have lagoons open to the ocean; Nanumaya and Niutao have landlocked lagoons; Niulakita does not have a lagoon.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| eng | English |
| tvl | Tuvaluan |
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| AUD | Australian dollar | $ |
| TVD | Tuvaluan dollar | $ |
Capital City: Funafuti
Local time: Friday, December 12 at 3:38 am (GMT+12:00)
The flag of Tuvalu has a light blue field with the flag of the United Kingdom — the Union Jack — in the canton. A representation of the country's nine Islands using nine five-pointed yellow stars is situated in the fly half of the field.
Bordering Countries
Tuvalu has no bordering countries.
Tuvalu is a member of the United Nations.
Visiting Tuvalu
You're in for a treat! Tuvalu is a fascinating place to explore, especially from May to October. Here's what you could encounter:
- Pristine beaches and clear blue waters.
- Traditional Polynesian culture.
- Untouched natural beauty.
- Limited infrastructure and amenities.
- Remote location with infrequent flights.
- Cyclone season from November to April.
- 1LOW RISK
Travel is relatively safe
- Tuvaluan cuisine features seafood, coconut, and taro.
- Dishes often include fish prepared in various ways.
- Fresh tropical fruits are abundant.
- Relax on Funafuti's beaches.
- Experience traditional dance and music.
- Snorkel and dive in crystal-clear waters.
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