Nui

Nui is ranked 3rd on the list of the most beautiful islands in Tuvalu. This is an atoll and one of Tuvalu's nine districts in the Pacific Ocean. It has a population of 610 people and a land area of 3.37 km2 (2017 Census). The island was discovered by Spanish navigator lvaro de Mendaa on 16 January 1568, and he named it Isla de Jess (Spanish for "Island of Jesus") since it was discovered on the day after the feast of the Holy Name. Fenua Tapu (area 1.38 km2) is the largest, most southern, and most eastern island, followed by Telikiai (the most western islet), Tokinivae, Pongalei, Talalolae, Pakantou, Unimai, Piliaieve, and Motupuakaka.

Nuian culture is traditionally organized into three family circles: Tekaubaonga, Tekaunimala, and Tekaunibiti. The majority of people dwell on Fenua Tapu's western end. According to the 2012 census, Alamoni – Maiaki has 321 residents, and Manutalake – Meang has 221 residents (Tanrake). Vaipuna Primary School is a junior school.

Location: Tuvalu