Tuvalu

Tuvalu

Region

Oceania • Polynesia

Capital

Funafuti

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.

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.

Population
11,792
Area
26 km²
Time Zone
UTC+12:00
Top-Level Domain
.tv

About Tuvalu

Tuvalu is a country located in Oceania, specifically in the Polynesia region. Its capital city is Funafuti. With a population of 11,792, it ranks among the less populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 26 km², making it a relatively small country in terms of land area. With a population density of 453.54 people per square kilometer, it is densely populated.

The official languages of Tuvalu include English and Tuvaluan.

The currencies used in Tuvalu are the Australian dollar ($) and Tuvaluan dollar ($).

Tuvalu is a member of the United Nations.

In Tuvalu, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+12:00 time zone.

Coat of Arms

Coat of Arms of Tuvalu

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Funafuti
  • Continent: Oceania
  • Native Name: Tuvalu
  • Demonym: Tuvaluan
  • Top Level Domain: .tv
  • Calling Code: +688
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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