Tuvalu is a country in Oceania / Pacific, Oceania with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Tuvalu that most people don't know.
Tuvalu earns a surprisingly large income by leasing its internet domain .tv to television and streaming companies worldwide. The irony is that this income may fund the evacuation of its population as the islands — averaging 2m above sea level — face submersion from climate change.
Tuvalu is the second smallest country in the world by area and population.
Tuvalu earns significant income by leasing its internet domain .tv to television companies.
Tuvalu could be entirely submerged within 50 years due to rising sea levels.
Tuvalu has purchased land in Fiji as a contingency if the islands become uninhabitable.
Tuvalu earns a surprisingly large income by leasing its internet domain .tv to television and streaming companies worldwide. The irony is that this income may fund the evacuation of its population as the islands — averaging 2m above sea level — face submersion from climate change.
Tuvalu is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A stunning ring-shaped coral atoll with a vast turquoise lagoon — Tuvalu's main island
A pristine marine protected area with excellent snorkelling and undisturbed reef
Remnants of the WWII American airbase — the main road still runs along the old runway
Remote atolls like Nukufetau and Nukulaelae — pristine, rarely visited and breathtakingly beautiful
Tuvalu earns a surprisingly large income by leasing its internet domain .tv to television and streaming companies worldwide. The irony is that this income may fund the evacuation of its population as the islands — averaging 2m above sea level — face submersion from climate change.
The capital of Tuvalu is Funafuti.
Tuvalu has a population of approximately 11K.
The official languages of Tuvalu are Tuvaluan / English.
Tuvalu gained independence in 1978.
Tuvalu uses the Australian Dollar / Tuvaluan Dollar.