Modern tourists are increasingly choosing remote places for their holidays. One of these is the exotic Republic of Palau, located in the Pacific Ocean on several islands. This island state is distinguished by unique opportunities for diving, secluded recreation, as well as interesting sights.
Features of the Republic of Palau
The insular Republic of Palau is located on several islands in the western part of the Karolinska archipelago. The shores of the country are washed by the Philippine Sea, which is distinguished by the most interesting underwater world. This is what allowed the islands of Palau to become one of the world's diving centers.
The second feature of Palau is the gorgeous beaches with the cleanest sea. A wonderful vacation here is guaranteed for both lovers of privacy and fans of large resort complexes. The first places are located on small coral islands, and the second are large islands of volcanic origin.
There are practically no problems with communication among Western tourists in Palau: English is recognized at the state level and has the status of an official one. The best time to travel is late winter - early spring (February, March, April). In other months, the precipitation level on the islands is very high. Those wishing to relax on the Palau Islands in the Pacific Ocean will find not only delightful beaches and interesting underwater discoveries, but also unique attractions.
Palau Islands: main attractions
The main attractions of the Republic of Palau are natural. The main Mecca of divers around the world are the Rock Islands, the waters around which are recognized as the most abundant place on earth. Here are located the 300-meter Ngemelis wall, covered with soft and black corals, gorgonians and sponges, and Jellyfish Lake - the residence of the unique small-sized jellyfish safe for humans. Also on the Rock Islands there are many caves with underground channels and stalactites, and the coastline is represented by beaches with fine white coral sand.
The Rock Islands are located near the city of Korora, the main economic center of the Republic. Here tourists can visit the National Museum of the country, which contains unique items that perfectly characterize its history and culture. Of particular interest are items made from shells, the head of a huge 5-meter crocodile, various nautical charts composed of sticks and cords, etc. Koror also houses the Dolphin Center and the Coral Reef Center.
One of the largest islands of Palau, Babeldaob, keeps amazing secrets, some parts of which still remain unexplored. Badrulchau is located in the northern part of the land. The prominence of this area is due to the rows of huge basalt monoliths. According to legend, these structures were installed by the gods themselves to maintain their "gathering place". The actual origin of the pillars is unknown.
In the eastern part of Babeldaob Island is the city of Melekeok - the modern capital of the Republic of Palau. The main attraction here is the Capitol, which is reminiscent of Washington's in architecture. Another popular spot is Lake Ngardok. It is known for being the largest natural freshwater body of water in all of Micronesia.
The sparsely populated island of Peleliu is a real monument from the Second World War. It was here that the most fierce battles between the troops of the American and Japanese armies took place. In memory of this, a National Historical Park was created on Peleliu. It is filled with broken and burnt equipment, gun positions, destroyed by aircraft. The central object is the preserved unchanged strip of the local airfield.
Another interesting place for tourists interested in military history is in the eastern part of Angaur Island. It was here that the American landing took place at the end of World War II. Today the inhabitants of the Palauan islands call this area the "graveyard of military equipment." The remains of planes, helicopters, tanks, scattered almost everywhere, peacefully rest under the overgrown jungle.
