Time zone (UTC+12) Area 150 ha Area code +674 | Climate Af Elevation 25 m | |
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Yaren, in earlier times Makwa/Moqua, is a district of the Pacific nation of Nauru. It is the de facto capital of Nauru and is coextensive with Yaren Constituency.
Contents
- Map of Yaren Nauru
- History
- Geography
- Administration
- Government and administrative buildings
- Constituency
- Main sights
- Personalities
- References
Map of Yaren, Nauru
History
The district was created in 1968. Its original name, Makwa (or Moqua), refers to Moqua Well, an underground lake and primary source of drinking water for Nauruan people.
Geography
Yaren is located in the south of the island. Its area is 1.5 km2 (0.58 sq mi), and its elevation was 25 metres (82 feet) as of 2007. To the north of Yaren is Buada, to the east is Meneng and to the west is Boe.
Administration
Yaren (and sometimes Aiwo) is usually listed as the capital of Nauru though this is incorrect; the republic does not have cities or an official capital. Yaren is accepted by the United Nations as the "main district".
English and Nauruan, the official languages of Nauru, are spoken in the district.
Government and administrative buildings
The following government offices are located in this district:
Constituency
Yaren also constitutes a political constituency. It returns two members to the Parliament of Nauru.