============================== TUVALU ============================== Tuvalu is located just north of Fiji, in the South Pacific, and consists of nine coral atolls. The climate is tropical. Coconut palms are the main crop, and fruit and vegetables are grown for local consumption. Sea fishing is extremely good although largely unexploited. Most export revenue comes from the sale of elaborate postage stamps to philatelists. Area (Sq. Km.): 26 Population: 8,229 Capital: Funafuti Language: Tuvaluan English Religion: Protestant Government Type: Constitutional monarchy Currency: Australian dollar Embassy: Represented by Australia «»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«» Foreign Office Advice: Normal care and precautions should be taken. For more information ring: Foreign Office Travel Unit 0171-270-4129