Palau - Wikipedia
WebPalau, officially the Republic of Palau, is an island country in the Micronesia subregion of Oceania in the western Pacific. The republic consists of approximately 340 islands and connects the western chain of the Caroline Islands …
Palau | History, Map, Flag, Population, Language, & Facts
WebMay 9, 2024 · Palau, country in the western Pacific Ocean. It consists of some 340 coral and volcanic islands perched on the Kyushu-Palau Ridge. The Palau (also spelled Belau or Pelew) archipelago lies in the southwest corner of Micronesia, with Guam 830 miles (1,330 km) to the northeast, New Guinea 400 miles (650 km) …
First-timer's guide to Palau - Lonely Planet
WebSep 25, 2023 · A string of 340 volcanic islands spread against the deep blue waters of the western Pacific, Palau is paradise. Here's how to make the most of it.
Palau - World Factbook Glyph
WebMay 1, 2024 · westernmost archipelago in the Caroline chain, consists of six island groups totaling more than 300 islands; includes World War II battleground of Beliliou (Peleliu) and world-famous Rock Islands.
Palau travel - Lonely Planet | Australia & Pacific
WebThe Republic of Palau is scenically magical. For such a tiny area of land, it packs a big punch. It's hard not to be overwhelmed by its extraordinary array of natural wonders: this is an archipelago of about 200 largely pristine limestone and volcanic islands, blanketed in emerald forest, surrounded by a shimmering turquoise lagoon.
Visit Palau: The Official Tourism Website of Palau
WebExplore Palau's underwater world, one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World. Dive with manta rays & sharks. Experience culture & hospitality.
Palau country profile - BBC
WebDec 19, 2023 · More than 200 volcanic and coral islands, many of them surrounded by a single barrier reef, make up the northern Pacific nation of Palau. The scenery ranges from white sandy beaches with an ...
Palau Travel Guide - The World Travel Guy
WebPalau is a remote little island country located in the Micronesia region of the western Pacific Ocean. It's neighbored by Guam to the northeast, Papua to the south, and the Philippines to the west, and these are your main connections for getting there.
Palau Travel Guide - National Geographic
WebThis South Pacific city of Cnidarians only came to the world’s attention in 1982, thanks to an article in National Geographic Magazine that detailed Palau’s endemic jellyfish species ...
Palau – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebAgain though, it's the sheer beauty both above and under water that makes visitors rave about this small island nation. Palau is the site of the world's first shark sanctuary across 629,000 kilometers in exclusive economic zone and breeds a variety with 135 species of endangered sharks.
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