Koror

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Palau boatyard on Malakal Island, August 1973.
Palau boatyard on Malakal Island, August 1973.
Typical weather scene in Koror.
Typical weather scene in Koror.

Koror is the state comprising the main commercial center of the Republic of Palau. It consists of several islands, the most prominent being Koror Island (also Oreor Island).

The state of Koror (population 14,000 as of 2004) contains about 70% of the population of the country. The nation's former capital and largest town, also called Koror is located here. The town has a population of 11,200 and is located at 7°21′38″N, 134°28′45″E. [1] As of 7 October 2006, Melekeok replaced Koror as Palau's capital city.

The island of Koror is connected by bridges to two neighboring islands:

  • Ngerekebesang Island, the site of Palau's second-largest town, Meyuns, in the eastern part of the island, with a population of 1,200.
  • Malakal Island, the site of Koror's port.

Koror Island is also connected by a bridge to the state of Airai in the island of Babeldaob, where Palau International Airport is located.

Besides the former capital Koror and the town of Meyuns, there are a total of 11 hamlets in the state of Koror:

  • Ngermid
  • Ngerkesowaol
  • Ngerchemai
  • Iyebukel
  • Idid
  • Meketii
  • Dngeronger
  • Ikelau
  • Medalaii
  • Ngerbeched
  • Ngerkebesang

[edit] Tourism

Much of Palau's economy comes from tourism. Diving in the state of Koror is one of the most spectacular experiences to go through. The Rock Islands of Palau are all located in the State. Scuba Diving shops and facilities are located all over Koror. Accommodations like Hotels, bars, restaurants, cafes, and resorts are all available. Travel around Koror and visit many shops. Dolphin's Pacific, the World's Largest Dolphin Research Facility is open for tourists who are interested in swimming and interacting with trained dolphins.

[edit] Other

  • Koror is one of the tribe names in the Palau version of the reality TV show "Survivor: Palau".

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