Vanuatu
Flag of Vanuatu


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Flag Description
Two equal horizontal bands of red (top) and green with a black isosceles triangle (based on the hoist side) all separated by a black-edged yellow stripe in the shape of a horizontal y (the two points of the y face the hoist side and enclose the triangle); centered in the triangle is a boar's tusk encircling two crossed namele leaves, all in yellow.

Currency
Vatu.

Astronomy
Today's date is November 21, 2009. There is currently a New Moon.

Location
Oceania, group of islands in the south pacific ocean, about three-quarters of the way from hawaii to australia.

Climate
Tropical; moderated by southeast trade winds.

Terrain
Mostly mountains of volcanic origin; narrow coastal plains.

Elevation Extremes
The lowest point is at Pacific Ocean 0 m. The highest point is at Tabwemasana 1,877 m.

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Vanuatu

This is a map of Vanuatu. The map illustrates the location of Port-Vila and its proximity to Ambrym, Tanna, Anatom, and the South Pacific Ocean.

Vanuatu News:
Pacific tsunami warning cancelled
A Pacific tsunami warning issued after strong quakes off Vanuatu is cancelled, after only tiny waves result.
Vanuatu defends its famous drink
Residents of Vanuatu hope to boost the fortunes of kava, its national drink, reports the BBC's Andrew Harding.

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