Parliament House of Nauru

The Parliament House of Nauru is located in the Yaren District, which functions as the de facto administrative center of the island nation. As Nauru has no official capital city, all major government institutions are clustered in this coastal area. The building houses the unicameral Parliament, consisting of 19 elected members who represent the island's constituencies. Built in the late 20th century, the structure features a practical architectural style suited to its tropical environment. Its location is quite unique, situated just a short distance from the international airport's runway and the coral reefs of the shore. The site is a symbol of Nauru's hard-won independence and its standing as the world's smallest republic. Beyond its legislative function, the Parliament House stands as a testament to the nation's political identity, surrounded by other essential government offices and the supreme court in the heart of Yaren.

Nearby cities

Baitsi

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

Yaren

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

Boe

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

Aiwo

Aiwo is considered the main commercial hub of Nauru.

Buada Historic Settlement

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

Buada

Buada is the only landlocked district of Nauru.

Denigomodu

Denigomodu is the most populous district of Nauru.

Denigomodu Settlement

Denigomodu is the economic residential hub for phosphate industry workers.

Meneng

Meneng is an extensive district in the southeast of Nauru.

Nibok

Nibok is a district on the western coast 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.

History & landmarks

Moqua Caves

The Moqua Caves are a branching system of underground passages in coral limestone.

Yaren Police Station

The police station in Yaren is the headquarters for Nauru's police force.

Old State House

The historic official residence of the President of Nauru, a symbol of political sovereignty since independence in 1968.

Centenary Complex

A complex of buildings built to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of phosphate, now housing government offices.

Moqua Well

Moqua Well is a small underground lake in a limestone cave in Yaren.

BPC Administration Building

The former headquarters of the British Phosphate Commissioners, who controlled mining for decades.

Nature

Boe Coral Belt

The Boe Coral Belt is a narrow reef system on the west of the island.

More places

Civil Administration Ruins

The remains of administration buildings from the League of Nations mandate period, destroyed during World War II.

Nauru Airport Terminal

The international airport terminal is Nauru's gateway to the world.

Naoero Museum

Nauru's national museum, housing artifacts related to island history, phosphate mining, and World War II.

Nauru Solar Plant

This solar facility is a central component of Nauru's renewable energy strategy.

POW Memorial

A memorial dedicated to the memory of Nauruan civilians and foreign prisoners who suffered during the Japanese occupation.

Yaren Greenbelt

The Yaren Greenbelt consists of maintained green spaces and avenues lined with tropical trees.

Boe Coastal Flora

The flora of Boe includes a variety of beach morning glories and low-lying coastal plants.

Interior Lowland

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