The micronation has its own currency ... It is located on a platform that was constructed during World War II as a defense emplacement, then occupied by a pirate radio station.

After the war, these forts were left abandoned - one ... On September 2, 1967, it was officially declared a micronation. Since then, Sealand has been through many tests with disputes over its ...

The micronation maintains a symbolic stance on diplomacy, having “recognised” several territories, including Tibet, South Korea, and even Sweden, despite claiming to be at war with the latter ...

All it takes to form a micronation is a little domain and a lot ... In deserts: Nevada’s Republic of Molossia sells bonds to fund its war—with East Germany. And in the ocean: The ruler of ...

Nestled in north-western Nevada is a micronation unto itself: The Republic of Molossia. Micronations are small, unrecognised 'countries' of sorts and there are at least 200 of them in the world today.

Tucked away in the California desert lies Slowjamastan—a self-declared micronation with its own borders, flag, and hilarious twist on sovereignty. Come explore one of the world’s quirkiest ...

The fort's main access to the rest of the world is by boats — which then have to be lifted up onto the top platform. There's also a helicopter platform. Despite the harsh exterior, the inside is ...