Palau

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Palau is famous as a diving and snorkeling destination. Koror serves as the main base for travelers, who visit sea attractions like the Rock Islands and Jellyfish Lake. As an island nation, travel is mostly by boat.

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Average temperature by month

Based on Ngerulmud · 5-year average

27° Jan

27° Feb

27° Mar

27° Apr

27° May

26° Jun

26° Jul

26° Aug

27° Sep

27° Oct

27° Nov

27° Dec

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Ngerulmud

Ngerulmud is the official capital of Palau, located on Babeldaob island. With almost no permanent residents, it's known as one of the world's smallest capitals, and offers a quiet setting amid mountains, lakes, and rivers.

6 sights 9 guides Roman Tmetuchl International Airport (ROR)

Koror

Koror is regarded as Palau's commercial hub. Its lively streets offer an up-close look at everyday local life.

11 sights 9 guides Roman Tmetuchl International Airport (ROR)

Top sights in Palau

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Palau

Palau, officially the Republic of Palau, is an island country located in the Micronesia subregion of Oceania in the western Pacific Ocean. The Republic of Palau consists of approximately 340 islands and is the western part of the Caroline Islands, while the eastern and central parts make up the Federated States of Micronesia.

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Babeldaob

Babeldaob is Palau's largest island, making up about 70% of the country's total land area. With its lush nature and quiet coastline, it reveals Palau in its most authentic form.

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Mount Ngerchelchuus

Mount Ngerchelchuus, at 242 meters, is considered the highest peak in Palau. It rises on Babeldaob Island, spanning the states of Ngardmau and Ngaremlengui.

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Koror Island

Koror Island lies in the western Pacific in Palau and is the most populous area in Koror State. Connected by bridge to Babeldaob Island, it makes a great base for exploring Palau.

Museums & galleries

Belau National Museum

The Belau National Museum in Koror is Palau's national museum — "Belau" means "Palau" in the Palauan language. It's worth a visit if you'd like to explore the country's premier national museum.

Views & landmarks

Koror–Babeldaob Bridge

The Koror–Babeldaob Bridge is a 413-meter concrete bridge connecting Koror, Palau's former capital, with Babeldaob Island. Also known as the Japan–Palau Friendship Bridge, it offers refreshing ocean views from above.