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'''Republic of Molossia''' (Esperanto: ''Respubliko de Molossia''), commonly called '''Molossia''', is a micronation located in Dayton, Western [[Nevada]], with land (referred to as ''Farfalla colony'') near Alturas, California. | '''Republic of Molossia''' (Esperanto: ''Respubliko de Molossia''), commonly called '''Molossia''', is a micronation located in Dayton, Western [[Nevada]], with land (referred to as ''Farfalla colony'') near Alturas, California. | ||
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This is a one-person self-proclaimed micro-nation not recognized by the United Nations or the [[United States of America|USA]]. | This is a one-person self-proclaimed micro-nation not recognized by the United Nations or the [[United States of America|USA]]. | ||
The languages spoken are US English and Esperanto. | The languages spoken are US English and Esperanto. | ||
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===Entry requirements=== | ===Entry requirements=== | ||
You are required to '''make a reservation in advance'''. The president sets specific dates for entry into the micronation; slots are available roughly once per month during tourist season (April–October). If you'd like to come on one of the upcoming dates, send an email to with the number of people in your party. Those wishing to visit can only stay a maximum of three hours, and one hour is plenty of time to see the sites. | You are required to '''make a reservation in advance'''. The president sets specific dates for entry into the micronation; slots are available roughly once per month during tourist season (April–October). If you'd like to come on one of the upcoming dates, send an email to with the number of people in your party. Those wishing to visit can only stay a maximum of three hours, and one hour is plenty of time to see the sites. | ||
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From Reno: Take I-580 south and then NV-341 to [[Virginia]] City (Nevada) | Virginia City and then NV-79 (Six Mile Canyon Road) to Dayton. | From Reno: Take I-580 south and then NV-341 to [[Virginia]] City (Nevada) | Virginia City and then NV-79 (Six Mile Canyon Road) to Dayton. | ||
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Reno-Tahoe International Airport GPS 39.499167,-119.768056 ('''IATA Flight Code:''' RNO) is the closest airport, around miles 30 away. | Reno-Tahoe International Airport GPS 39.499167,-119.768056 ('''IATA Flight Code:''' RNO) is the closest airport, around miles 30 away. | ||
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GPS 39.32277|-119.53907|zoom=18}} | GPS 39.32277|-119.53907|zoom=18}} | ||
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Molossia is the size of a rural American residence and can be walked around easily on foot. | Molossia is the size of a rural American residence and can be walked around easily on foot. | ||
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* Government House 39.32279, -119.53970 - Molossia - Government House . Residence of the president and his family. | * Government House 39.32279, -119.53970 - Molossia - Government House . Residence of the president and his family. | ||
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* The Water Tower | * The Water Tower | ||
* Time Capsule Marker | * Time Capsule Marker | ||
− | * Peace Pole - Pole with "May Peace Prevail On Earth" written vertically in eight languages (English, Spanish, Italian, ([https://de.ehalal.io/muslim-friendly-travel-2024/{{urlencode:{{FULLPAGENAME}}|PATH}} German]), Chinese, Russian, Cherokee, and of course Esperanto). | + | * Peace Pole - Pole with "May Peace Prevail On Earth" written vertically in eight languages (English, ([https://es.ehalal.io/muslim-friendly-travel-2024/{{urlencode:{{FULLPAGENAME}}|PATH}} Spanish]), Italian, ([https://de.ehalal.io/muslim-friendly-travel-2024/{{urlencode:{{FULLPAGENAME}}|PATH}} German]), Chinese, Russian, Cherokee, and of course Esperanto). |
* The Tower of the Winds - 39.32274, -119.53922 - Metal monument built to the winds. | * The Tower of the Winds - 39.32274, -119.53922 - Metal monument built to the winds. | ||
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* Molossia Cemetery 39.32276, -119.53833 - Final resting place of the micronation's former dog residents. | * Molossia Cemetery 39.32276, -119.53833 - Final resting place of the micronation's former dog residents. | ||
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* Norton Park - 39.32278, -119.53955 - Molossia - Norton Park | * Norton Park - 39.32278, -119.53955 - Molossia - Norton Park | ||
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* Tiki Hut Grill - Red Plaza Opening Hours: Open: "When We're Here", closed: "When We're Not" A small [https://ehalal.io/buy-halal-food/halal-burgers/ Burgers] joint with a Polynesian theme. Serves [https://ehalal.io/buy-halal-food/halal-burgers/ Burgers] at 3 to 5 VL (~$2.40 to $4.00) with chips/fries (subject to availability) and the micronation's signature cocktail ''The Molossolini'' for 2 VL (~$1.60), and lava cake for 2 VL (~$1.60). | * Tiki Hut Grill - Red Plaza Opening Hours: Open: "When We're Here", closed: "When We're Not" A small [https://ehalal.io/buy-halal-food/halal-burgers/ Burgers] joint with a Polynesian theme. Serves [https://ehalal.io/buy-halal-food/halal-burgers/ Burgers] at 3 to 5 VL (~$2.40 to $4.00) with chips/fries (subject to availability) and the micronation's signature cocktail ''The Molossolini'' for 2 VL (~$1.60), and lava cake for 2 VL (~$1.60). | ||
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There is no public accommodation on the land of Molossia. | There is no public accommodation on the land of Molossia. | ||
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This area is regarded under US law as private land; do not enter without the owner's permission, or you might get shot. The owner also claims to still be at war with the eastern part of [[Germany]] (a NATO member) so citizens of Europe and North America should be cautious. | This area is regarded under US law as private land; do not enter without the owner's permission, or you might get shot. The owner also claims to still be at war with the eastern part of [[Germany]] (a NATO member) so citizens of Europe and North America should be cautious. | ||
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<references/> | <references/> | ||
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* Reno | * Reno | ||
* Virginia City (Nevada) | Virginia City | * Virginia City (Nevada) | Virginia City |
Latest revision as of 06:45, 21 September 2024
Molossia - Border with United States - Border sign Molossia_-_President_Kevin_Baugh_1 - President Kevin Baugh
Republic of Molossia (Esperanto: Respubliko de Molossia), commonly called Molossia, is a micronation located in Dayton, Western Nevada, with land (referred to as Farfalla colony) near Alturas, California.
The nearest sizable city is Reno, mile 27 away.
Contents
- 1 Republic of Molossia Halal Travel Guide
- 2 Travel to Republic of Molossia
- 3 Get Around
- 4 What to See
- 5 Things to Do
- 6 Muslim Friendly Shopping in Republic of Molossia
- 7 Halal Food & Restaurants in Republic of Molossia
- 8 Muslim Friendly Hotels
- 9 Telecommunications in Republic of Molossia
- 10 Stay safe
- 11 News & References
- 12 Travel Next
Republic of Molossia Halal Travel Guide
This is a one-person self-proclaimed micro-nation not recognized by the United Nations or the USA.
The languages spoken are US English and Esperanto.
Travel to Republic of Molossia
Entry requirements
You are required to make a reservation in advance. The president sets specific dates for entry into the micronation; slots are available roughly once per month during tourist season (April–October). If you'd like to come on one of the upcoming dates, send an email to with the number of people in your party. Those wishing to visit can only stay a maximum of three hours, and one hour is plenty of time to see the sites.
At the front gate and there is a mini embassy called the Custom House GPS: 39.32300,-119.54001 in the micronation's Red Plaza. Passports can be stamped, but this is not mandatory for entry.
Taking these items into Molossia is not allowed, as per their entry page on their website]:
- Firearms, ammunition, and explosives
- Drugs and tobacco
- Incandescent lightbulbs
- Plastic shopping bags
- Catfish
- "Fresh" Spinach
- Missionaries and salesmen
- Onions
- Walruses
Bringing in prohibited items may result in a brief detention in the whimsical "Molossia Jail & Political Prison".
By car
From Reno: Take I-580 south and then NV-341 to Virginia City (Nevada) | Virginia City and then NV-79 (Six Mile Canyon Road) to Dayton.
By Plane
Reno-Tahoe International Airport GPS 39.499167,-119.768056 (IATA Flight Code: RNO) is the closest airport, around miles 30 away.
Get Around
GPS 39.32277|-119.53907|zoom=18}}
Molossia is the size of a rural American residence and can be walked around easily on foot.
What to See
- Government House 39.32279, -119.53970 - Molossia - Government House . Residence of the president and his family.
- Republic Plaza 39.32282, -119.53993
- Red Plaza - 39.32294, -119.53966 - Main center of business and commerce for the nation.
- Office of the President
- The Water Tower
- Time Capsule Marker
- Peace Pole - Pole with "May Peace Prevail On Earth" written vertically in eight languages (English, (Spanish), Italian, (German), Chinese, Russian, Cherokee, and of course Esperanto).
- The Tower of the Winds - 39.32274, -119.53922 - Metal monument built to the winds.
- Molossia Cemetery 39.32276, -119.53833 - Final resting place of the micronation's former dog residents.
Things to Do
- Norton Park - 39.32278, -119.53955 - Molossia - Norton Park
- Back Forty National Park - 39.32261, -119.53842
Muslim Friendly Shopping in Republic of Molossia
١ فالورا ((عملة معدنية)) 2014-04-07 02-11 - 1 Valora (VL) coin
The currency is called Valora (abbreviated to VL), which is Esperanto for worthy. The Valora is pegged to the U.S. dollar (though the actual rate can fluctuate) by making a 30 oz (850 g) tube of Pillsbury Chocolates chip cookie dough always worth 5 Valora. The currency's subunits are referred to as Futtrus, of which a 100 of these make a single Valora.
As with Sealand (another micronation), Molossia sells merchandise including signed photographs, postcards, t-shirts, and Valora currency.
- Molossia Trading Company Red Plaza
Halal Food & Restaurants in Republic of Molossia
- Tiki Hut Grill - Red Plaza Opening Hours: Open: "When We're Here", closed: "When We're Not" A small Burgers joint with a Polynesian theme. Serves Burgers at 3 to 5 VL (~$2.40 to $4.00) with chips/fries (subject to availability) and the micronation's signature cocktail The Molossolini for 2 VL (~$1.60), and lava cake for 2 VL (~$1.60).
Muslim Friendly Hotels
There is no public accommodation on the land of Molossia.
Dayton only has a RV park, but the nearby Virginia City has several hotels.
- Dayton RV Park - 75 Pike Street East 39.24303, -119.590596 - +1 775 246 9300 - From $40 a day and $252 a week (plus tax)
Alternatively Reno is the closest major city and has plenty of places to stay.
Telecommunications in Republic of Molossia
Stay safe
This area is regarded under US law as private land; do not enter without the owner's permission, or you might get shot. The owner also claims to still be at war with the eastern part of Germany (a NATO member) so citizens of Europe and North America should be cautious.
News & References
Travel Next
- Reno
- Virginia City (Nevada) | Virginia City
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