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Koror • Pacific/Palau

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HOME OF THE BELAUAN DISTRICTUNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE: ROCK ISLANDSFIRST COUNTRY TO BAN SUNSCREENHOMELAND OF THE PALAUN PEOPLETRADITIONAL BAI MEETING HOUSESHIGHEST DENSITY OF MARINE LIFEPALAUN LANGUAGE: AUSTRONESIAN FAMILYPADDLEBOARDING IN THE BIG DROP-OFFTRADITIONAL MOAI STONE CARVINGSPALAUN NATIONAL FISHING DAYUNIQUE PALAUN BASKET WEAVINGISLAND OF ANGEL OF LIBERTYTRADITION OF STORYTELLING THROUGH DANCEANCIENT SANDALWOOD TRADE ROUTESNATIONAL DANCE: BAI KEMEHOME OF THE BELAUAN DISTRICTUNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE: ROCK ISLANDSFIRST COUNTRY TO BAN SUNSCREENHOMELAND OF THE PALAUN PEOPLETRADITIONAL BAI MEETING HOUSESHIGHEST DENSITY OF MARINE LIFEPALAUN LANGUAGE: AUSTRONESIAN FAMILYPADDLEBOARDING IN THE BIG DROP-OFFTRADITIONAL MOAI STONE CARVINGSPALAUN NATIONAL FISHING DAYUNIQUE PALAUN BASKET WEAVINGISLAND OF ANGEL OF LIBERTYTRADITION OF STORYTELLING THROUGH DANCEANCIENT SANDALWOOD TRADE ROUTESNATIONAL DANCE: BAI KEMEHOME OF THE BELAUAN DISTRICTUNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE: ROCK ISLANDSFIRST COUNTRY TO BAN SUNSCREENHOMELAND OF THE PALAUN PEOPLETRADITIONAL BAI MEETING HOUSESHIGHEST DENSITY OF MARINE LIFEPALAUN LANGUAGE: AUSTRONESIAN FAMILYPADDLEBOARDING IN THE BIG DROP-OFFTRADITIONAL MOAI STONE CARVINGSPALAUN NATIONAL FISHING DAYUNIQUE PALAUN BASKET WEAVINGISLAND OF ANGEL OF LIBERTYTRADITION OF STORYTELLING THROUGH DANCEANCIENT SANDALWOOD TRADE ROUTESNATIONAL DANCE: BAI KEME

Country Information

Capital
Koror
Population
18,000
Area
459 km²
Largest City
Koror
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
PW / PLW
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
English, Palauan
Currency
US Dollar ($) - $100
Coordinates
Decimal:7.3347, 134.4840
DMS:7°20′05″N, 134°29′02″E
Elevation
Highest:242 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:121 m
International Dialing Code
+680

Time Zones

• Pacific/Palau| PWT (UTC+9)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Ngerulmud
Southernmost
Koror
Easternmost
Koror
Westernmost
Koror

About Palau

Palau is an island nation located in the western Pacific Ocean, part of the Micronesia region.
The Republic of Palau gained independence from the United States in 1994 after a period of trusteeship.
Palau's traditional culture emphasizes respect for nature and communal living, with a strong emphasis on family ties.
The country's unique rock islands are renowned for their stunning limestone formations and rich biodiversity.
Palauan is the official language, while English is widely spoken and used in government and education.
The Palauan culture includes traditional dances and songs that are integral to their festivals and rituals.
Palau has a rich marine biodiversity, making it a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.
The Belau National Museum in Koror showcases the history, culture, and natural environment of Palau.
The traditional Palauan navigation system relies on celestial navigation, demonstrating the seafaring skills of the ancestors.
Palau has established a large marine sanctuary, protecting over 80% of its waters to preserve marine life.
The country's annual events, like the Belau Games, celebrate traditional sports and foster community spirit.
Palau is known for its jellyfish lake, where non-stinging jellyfish thrive, attracting tourists from around the world.
The Palauan government places a strong emphasis on conservation and sustainable development to protect its natural resources.
In traditional Palauan society, the role of women is highly respected, often holding significant positions in the community.

Cities in Palau

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Cities by Population

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