Nauru / Republic of Nauru / Repubrikin Naoero – Let’s explore here
Nauru is an island country in the Pacific. At 21km2, it is the third smallest country in the world, after Vatican State and Monaco. Its population of around 11,000 people is one of the least populous in the world.
Nauru was a phosphate rock island, however the phosphate reserves are now almost entirely depleted. Phosphate mining in the central plateau has left a barren terrain of jagged limestone pinnacles up to 49 ft (15m) high. Mining has stripped and devastated about 80 per cent of Nauru’s land area, leaving it uninhabitable. The only fertile areas on Nauru are on the narrow coastal belt.
The highest point in Nauru is the Command Ridge, at 233 ft ( 71 m) above sea level.
What currency do they use in Nauru?
In Nauru they use the Australian dollar. The use of credit / debit cards is now widespread, although you should take cash in more remote areas. Traveller’s cheques are accepted in tourist areas. There are ATMs in major tourist areas.
You should make yourself aware of the amount that your bank charges you for using credit and debit cards abroad. Often credit cards are cheaper for purchasing items directly, and for withdrawing cash from ATMs.
What language do they speak in Nauru?
They speak English and Nauruan in Nauru, although there are several other recognised languages.
What time zone is Nauru in?
Remember, when you’re planning your next trip to take a look at what time zone it’s in.
Do I need a visa to visit Nauru?
We’ve created a dedicated, more comprehensive page on visas, which you should find helpful. Check it out!
What’s it like to drive in Nauru?
We’ve also created a dedicated page to driving abroad, which you might find helpful 🙂
Current travels
We haven’t finished our planning for driving though Nauru yet. When we do though, we’ll post it here, and in the blog.
Hopefully our journey will improve our knowledge of this intriguing and beautiful country, and enable us to meet some interesting people. We’ll be updating this page at that time – don’t forget to check back 🙂
Is wild camping legal in Nauru?
No, wild camping is illegal in Nauru.
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