Tanna (island)

Tanna

Tanna and the nearby island of Aniwa
Geography
Location	South Pacific Ocean
Coordinates	19°30′S 169°20′E / 19.500°S 169.333°E / -19.500; 169.333
Archipelago	Vanuatu
Area	550 km2 (210 sq mi)
Length	40 km (25 mi)
Width	19 km (11.8 mi)
Highest elevation	1,084 m (3556 ft)
Highest point	Mount Tukosmera
Administration
Vanuatu
Province	Tafea Province
Largest settlement	Lénakel
Demographics
Population	30,770 (2015)
Pop. density	36.36/km2 (94.17/sq mi)
Ethnic groups	Melanesians

Tanna (sometimes misspelled Tana) is an island in southern Vanuatu.

Tanna is the most populous island of Tafea Province, and the third most populous in the whole country (after Efate and Espiritu Santo). It is home to five indigenous languages, which also rank among the most vibrant in the whole archipelago, ranging from 3500 to 11500 speakers.

Tanna is the most internationally renowned island of Vanuatu, and has been featured in numerous documentaries or TV shows around the world. This is partly due to Mount Yasur, an active volcano and a major touristic attraction. It is also famous for its vibrant Melanesian culture, through dances and festivals. The island has also attracted the attention of many anthropologists for its cargo cults.