Royal Republic of Ladonia

Royal Republic of Ladonia Ladonia (Ladonien) proclaimed sovereignty in 1996 and has 30k+ e-citizens living around the world Ladonia was founded in June 1996.
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The place is a nature reserve in the south of Sweden with an area of one square kilometer. The Swedish artist Lars Vilks started to build a construction, “Nimis”, on this spot in 1980. It became massive, and in 1982 it also became a matter for the Country Administration Board, the police and the courts. It was built as a work of art with no permission. The trials (since 1982 approximately one tria

l every year) brought the work a lot of publicity. The artist was quite successful, and the authorities were not able to have the pieces removed as he sold them, first to Joseph Beuys and, after Beuys’s death, to Christo. In the nineties, two other pieces were erected in concrete: Arx and Omfalos. As the area was more or less permanently occupied, the artist proclaimed a new country, Ladonia. Ladonia became an area that couldn’t be controlled by Swedish authorities. Vilks acted as Chancellor of Ladonia until 1997, when the number of registered citizens exceeded one thousand. At this point, elections were held via the Internet. Ladonia became a remony, a republican monarchy with a president and a queen. The president is elected tri-annually, while the queen is queen for life (or by choice) and succession shall be matrilineal. The winner of the first Ladonian election was Fernando Rodrigues (Brazil), and because there was no current reigning monarch, Ywonne I Jarl was proclaimed Queen of Ladonia. The Queen and the President are part of the Cabinet together with a number of ministers. Vilks became the State Secretary and served in that position until his death in October 2021. In June 2011, with the throne recently vacated, the Cabinet selected the second Ladonian Queen from the current set of Ministers. Queen Carolyn I was proclaimed on the National Day and was crowned at Nimis the following September.

02/22/2026

We wish our Prime Minister Theresa a very happy birthday today!
Can I get an Yp for her?

Ladonian Passport Entry Stamps (Nimis)If you’ve visited Nimis and wondered why no one stamped your passport, rest assure...
01/30/2026

Ladonian Passport Entry Stamps (Nimis)

If you’ve visited Nimis and wondered why no one stamped your passport, rest assured: this is *entirely* consistent with Ladonian border practice. The right to be idle is enshrined in our constitution, and border guards cannot be compelled to appear on demand.

To address this longstanding administrative gap, we’ve introduced official Ladonian Passport Entry Stamp stickers for visits to Nimis. These may be issued with an official date of entry or departure — including retroactive dates — or left unissued by request.

For many visitors, this serves as the first formal record of a passage made years (or decades) ago.

Available now via the Ladonia website for $1.50 each. Shipping is a flat $2.50, regardless of how many stamp stickers are issued.

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The Royal Republic of Ladonia has published its New Year’s Honours List, recognizing citizens for service to the Ladonia...
01/02/2026

The Royal Republic of Ladonia has published its New Year’s Honours List, recognizing citizens for service to the Ladonian Nation and the Crown.

The full list is available in the Ladonia Herald:

STRANDENSKOGPALATSET — By command of Her Majesty The Queen, and upon the advice of the Crown, the following citizens of the Royal Republic of Ladonia were

12/26/2025

On December 26th, Ladonia celebrates Stealing Day. This is a message from the government about how to celebrate strategically and safely this Stealing Day.

To all Ladonians around the world, wishing you peace, light, and creative joy as Ladonia enters its 30th year.May this f...
12/24/2025

To all Ladonians around the world, wishing you peace, light, and creative joy as Ladonia enters its 30th year.

May this festive season bring clarity in the midst of Misunderstanding and inspiration in all your endeavors.

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Ladonia acknowledges the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatica...
04/21/2025

Ladonia acknowledges the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City State.

As a global figure, Pope Francis was known for his focus on compassion, dialogue, and social justice. His leadership influenced not only Catholics, including some Ladonians, but also many who respected his calls for dignity, peace, and care for the planet.

We extend condolences to the Catholic community and to all those who were impacted by his work and legacy.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.

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Introducing: Ladon, Guardian of Ladonia! 🐉✨Our new action figure comes fully equipped with all the essentials for sovere...
04/16/2025

Introducing: Ladon, Guardian of Ladonia! 🐉✨

Our new action figure comes fully equipped with all the essentials for sovereignty:

🍏 A golden apple from the Garden of the Hesperides
❤️ A heart full of free expression
🪵 A bundle of sticks, perfect for building miniature Nimis towers

No country? No problem.
Ladon is ready to defend your right to create one. Vivat Ladonia!

Today, on , we celebrate the achievements, leadership, and resilience of women around the world. In Ladonia, we recogni...
03/08/2025

Today, on , we celebrate the achievements, leadership, and resilience of women around the world. In Ladonia, we recognize the importance of equality and the role women have played — and continue to play — in shaping history and the future. May we all continue working toward a world where opportunities, respect, and justice are shared by all.

Renaming bodies of water? Cute. For the record, Ladonia was doing it before it was cool -- back in the ‘90s, we rechrist...
02/03/2025

Renaming bodies of water? Cute. For the record, Ladonia was doing it before it was cool -- back in the ‘90s, we rechristened the Kattegat as Mare Jenny.

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Attaching our historic map for reference ;)

01/01/2025

Happy New Year 2025!
May this year bring creativity, unity, and success to all Ladonians. Together, we preserve the legacy of Nimis and the spirit of Ladonia.

12/26/2024

🎩 Happy Stealing Day, Ladonians! 🎩

On December 26, we celebrate one of Ladonia’s most mischievous and imaginative traditions—Stealing Day! ✨

But fear not, fellow citizens, for in Ladonia, “stealing” is not about taking but about repurposing, reinventing, and reimagining the world around us. From turning forgotten timbers into works of art to building a nation from creativity and defiance, Stealing Day reminds us to see the value in what others overlook.

🪵 How to Celebrate Stealing Day:

Reclaim and reuse something old or forgotten.

Create something new from found objects.

Share your “stolen” (repurposed) creations with us in the comments below!

Remember: you’re not stealing it, you’re liberating it. You’re a freedom fighter for creativity and reinvention! 🌟

Let this day inspire you to embrace the unconventional and see opportunity where others see chaos. Long live Ladonia, and long live the spirit of Stealing Day!

You can read more about Stealing Day on the Herald: https://ladoniaherald.com/2024/december-26-stealing-day/

12/24/2024

🎙️ First Half Day of Misunderstanding Address 🎙️

Queen Carolyn has shared an inspiring message in honor of the First Half Day of Misunderstanding. 🌟 This annual celebration highlights Ladonia’s unique spirit, reminding us to embrace misunderstanding as a stepping stone to creativity, connection, and wonder.

Listen to Her reflections on the past year, from the resilience of our citizens to the dedication of those who care for Nimis and Arx. Together, we celebrate our quirks, our questions, and the vibrant eonatic spirit that unites us all.

📽️ Hear the full address here and share your own stories of triumphs born from misunderstandings!

🌐 Learn more about Ladonia: www.ladonia.org
📰 Read the latest news: www.ladoniaherald.com

Long live Ladonia! 💛

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