Talossan

Talossan is a micronation founded on January 30, 1977, by Thomas Bruce Naylor, then aged 18. It claims sovereignty over the "Royal Territory of Talossan," an area of approximately 3.2 square miles (8.3 square kilometers) in western Minnesota, United States. The micronation has a parliamentary system of government, with a King (currently Prince Rose I), a Prime Minister, and a legislative body. Talossan has its own constitution, flag, anthem, and currency.

The origin of the name "Talossan" is attributed to Naylor's grandmother, who reportedly used the word to describe a place he had invented. The micronation has developed a unique culture and history, with its own spoken language, Talossanian, which is a derivative of Esperanto. Talossan engages in various micronational activities, including issuing passports, collecting taxes, and maintaining diplomatic relations with other micronations.

Talossan's government operates primarily through its website and social media channels. While it has no physical territory outside of its claimed land in Minnesota and no official recognition from any established nation-state, it maintains an active community of citizens and supporters. The micronation emphasizes self-governance and the right to self-determination, even in a symbolic or virtual capacity. Its activities are largely symbolic and cultural, focusing on the pursuit of self-expression and community building among its members.