Buada

Buada is the only landlocked district of Nauru, offering a unique glimpse into the island's natural potential away from the coastal areas dominated by phosphate mining. At its center lies the Buada Lagoon, a serene brackish water lake fringed by a lush canopy of tropical vegetation, including palm trees, bananas, and breadfruit. In a nation with no permanent rivers, this lagoon has historically been a vital resource for the community, traditionally used for small-scale fish farming. Often referred to as Nauru's green lung, Buada is a hub for agricultural experiments aimed at restoring soil fertility and promoting local food security in the wake of extensive mining operations. The surrounding residential area is one of the most photogenic on the island, characterized by its quiet streets and spirited gardens. For visitors, Buada provides a peaceful retreat and a vital example of environmental resilience and the island's commitment to ecological recovery.

Nearby cities

Baitsi

Baitsi is located in the north of Nauru and extends from the coast into the hilly interior.

Buada Historic Settlement

The fertile inland area around Buada Lagoon, a center for agriculture and settlement on the island for centuries.

Aiwo

Aiwo is considered the main commercial hub of Nauru.

Boe

Boe is a small but densely populated administrative district in southwest Nauru.

Denigomodu Settlement

Denigomodu is the economic residential hub for phosphate industry workers.

Nibok

Nibok is a district on the western coast of Nauru.

Denigomodu

Denigomodu is the most populous district of Nauru.

Yaren

Yaren is the primary administrative district of Nauru and serves as the de facto capital.

Meneng

Meneng is an extensive district in the southeast of Nauru.

Uaboe

Uaboe is a small coastal district in northwestern Nauru.

Anibare

Anibare is best known for the bay of the same name, which offers the island's finest swimming beach.

Ewa

Ewa is the northernmost point of Nauru.

Anetan

Anetan is a district on the northern coast of Nauru.

Ijuw

Ijuw is the easternmost district of Nauru.

Arenibek

Arenibek is a small coastal settlement in the Anabar district.

History & landmarks

Phosphate Discovery Site

The location where vast phosphate deposits were identified around 1900, changing the course of Nauru's history forever.

Command Ridge

Command Ridge is the highest point in Nauru at 65 meters elevation.

Phosphate Pinnacles

These bizarre limestone columns were left behind after the phosphate layers were mined in Nauru's interior.

Nauru General Hospital

The Nauru General Hospital in Denigomodu is the primary medical facility on the island.

Nauru Post Office

The main post office in Aiwo is a key institution for the island's communication.

Aiwo Civic Centre

The civic centre in Aiwo is a central hub for administrative and social events.

Eigigu Supermarket

The Eigigu Supermarket is the island's largest commercial center for consumer goods.

Central Pacific Bank

The Central Pacific Bank in Aiwo is Nauru's primary financial institution.

Nature

Buada Lagoon

Buada Lagoon is a landlocked, brackish lake located in the center of the island.

More places

Buada Pandanus Groves

The Pandanus groves around Buada Lagoon are a sanctuary for native flora.

Buada Basin

The Buada Basin is a natural depression within the central plateau, containing the island's only inland lake.

Buada District Gardens

The gardens in Buada District show a mix of ornamental and food plants.

Nauru Rehabilitation Corporation (NRC)

The NRC is responsible for restoring land areas destroyed by mining.

Japanese Hospital Ruins

Remains of a Japanese army medical facility, built in the island's interior during the Pacific War.

Interior Lowland

This lower-lying area in the island's interior is surrounded by the higher edges of the coral plateau.

Command Ridge Forest

Command Ridge hosts some of the densest remaining forest patches on the island.

Command Ridge Guns

Historic Japanese coastal defense guns located at the highest point of the island, remaining in their original positions today.