Yaren
Yaren is a district of the Pacific island country of Nauru. It is the de facto capital of Nauru and is coextensive with Yaren Constituency. Yaren is located on the southern coast of the island and is the location of Nauru's government offices.
History
The district was created in 1968. Its original name, Makwa, refers to Moqua Well, an underground lake and primary source of drinking water for the Nauruan people.Geography
Yaren is located in the south of the island. Its area is, and its elevation was as of 2007. To the north of Yaren is Buada, to the east is Meneng, and to the west is Boe.Climate
Yaren has a marine tropical rainforest climate with hot, humid conditions across the year.Administration
Yaren is usually listed as the capital of Nauru. However, this is incorrect; the republic does not have cities nor 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:- the Parliament House
- the earth station
- the administration offices
- the police station
- the fire station
- the Australian High Commission and Taiwanese Embassy
- the Nauru International Airport, air terminal, and head office of Nauru Airlines
Constituency
Main sights
- The Moqua Well is situated in Yaren.
- Ella Park is a popular picnicking area in Yaren
- Japanese guns from World War II can be found in Yaren
- The Naoero Museum is located in Yaren and is the national museum in Nauru
Education
The Nauru Learning Village in Yaren houses the University of the South Pacific Nauru Campus, the Nauru Technical & Vocational Education Training Centre, and Nauru Secondary.
Notable people
- Isabella Dageago, politician
- Kieren Keke, politician and medical doctor
- Charmaine Scotty, politician
- Dominic Tabuna, politician