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Offical name
Republic of Palau
Capital
Melekeok
Government type
constitutional government
Language
English, Palauan
Area
458 sq km
Population
20,579 ( 2006 est.)
Currency
US dollar (USD)
Religion
Roman Catholic, Protestant, Modekngei
Time zone
GMT/UTC +9 ()
Country dialing code
680
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Palau, a.k.a. Belau, is an island nation located in the west pacific region. It consists of about 300 small and bog islands including the largest one of Koror and Angaur. Many men spent much time in the sea because of their fishing job, while women took care of their children, family and community. That is why Palau has become a matrilineal society. Based on this tradition, Palau women actively participate in tribe meeting to manage land and money. Due to its developed tourism industry, it attracts many foreign visitors. They usually enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling. Blue Corner and Ulong Channel are recognized as famous diving places and along with these places, visitors love to enjoy scuba diving in jellyfish lakes. Basket work made with leaves and early men or marine animals made with wood are famous as traditional craft things in Palau.
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