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Palau is an island country in free association with the United States located in the South Pacific. The capital of Palau is Ngerulmud.

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Palau Country Details


Country Name Palau
Political Status An island country in free association with the United States
Geographic Location The South Pacific
Principal Language English
Capital Ngerulmud


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Books about Palau


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Micronesia and Palau (Other Places Travel Guide)
By Ben Cook, Chad Lathe, Christy Lejkowski & Michael Gall

Other Places Publishing
Paperback (234 pages)

Micronesia and Palau (Other Places Travel Guide)
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Micronesia and Palau have long been known to diving enthusiasts for some of the most intriguing and spectacular dive spots on earth. Yet as the reputation of these islands spread, more travelers are looking to escape the modern Western world and become transported to a calmer, slower pace of life. The writers of this guide all lived, worked and played on the islands which they write about. First-hand knowledge, cultural insight, and personal recommendations allow visitors to feel like locals while enjoying the indisputable beauty of these islands and people.

- Learn the history and culture of the islands from writers who have each spent years living with local residents.
- Explore off-the-beaten-track locales relatively unknown to foreign visitors.
- Navigate on the islands and among islands, enjoying the best of Micronesia and Palau.
- Dive, surf, snorkel, and swim in some of the most stunning marine environments in the world.
- Choose the best places to eat, sleep, shop, and visit based on reviews of all the major islands.

Papa Mike's Palau Islands Handbook
By Mike Hollywood

iUniverse, Inc.
Paperback (160 pages)

Papa Mike s Palau Islands Handbook
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The Republic of Palau is the westernmost archipelago in Oceania; it is renowned for it’s pristine lagoons and immense marine diversity. Palau’s marine community features over 800 varieties of hard and soft corals, over 1,500 fish species and over 100 varieties of sponges. Its waters feature two species of endangered turtle the green and hawksbill turtles as well as the most endangered marine mammal, the dugong. There are over 800 islands within its territory with over 50 marine lakes within those islands, each supporting its own diverse marine microclimate. The skies above Palau teem with over 140 varieties of birds representing 41 families and 16 endemic bird species. Palau natural wonders are world-renowned and it’s clear waters host an assortment of dive sites that are considered by experts to be among the finest on the planet. This guidebook is written in a relaxed style, full of helpful information, presented with a touch of humor and the author’s personal opinions. You will enjoy the lighter side of this well researched guidebook as you discover the natural beauty of these islands.

  • The only guidebook devoted entirely to Palau, allowing more in depth coverage than other titles encompassing all of Micronesia.
  • The most extensive and up to date listing of accommodations of any guidebook of the region, including photos, Website listings and E-mail addresses.
  • Complete Inter-Island flight schedules and island ferry boat schedules.
  • Extensive coverage of activities on each island. Diving, Fishing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Surfing, Tours and Cultural Events.
  • Over 40 maps and pictures.

The Palau Guide: A guide to yachting and tourism in Palau
By Randy Abernethy

BookSurge Publishing
Paperback (182 pages)

The Palau Guide: A guide to yachting and tourism in Palau
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This book provides an in depth look at Palau for visitors by land and sea. The first half of the book delves into the culture and history of Palau with suggestions for tours, hikes, diving and cultural activities. The second half of the book provides a comprehensive set of information for the visiting yachtsman, from weather, parts and services, to charts, routes and anchorages. Palau is an island nation and much of her secret beauty is scattered throughout the myriad islands of her azure lagoons, making the second half of the book of interest to sailors and visitors by air alike.
Travel Journal Palau
By E Locken

lulu.com
Paperback (192 pages)

Travel Journal Palau
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Travel Journal Palau - Keep a diary of your holiday / vacation to Palau, includes diary, budget planner, activity planner, packing checklist and other useful aids to help you record and remember every aspect of your trip.
Diving and Snorkeling Guide to Palau (Lonely Planet Diving and Snorkeling Guides)
By Tim Rock

Pisces Books
Paperback (92 pages)

Diving and Snorkeling Guide to Palau (Lonely Planet Diving and Snorkeling Guides)
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Palau (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef)
By Tim Rock

Lonely Planet
Paperback (144 pages)

Palau (Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef)
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  • dive site depth range and conditions
  • topside practicalities
  • 10 easy-to-read maps
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The Palau archipelago in Micronesia boasts a huge barrier reef that protects the mushroom-shaped limestone Rock Islands, offering tranquil diving and snorkeling in the lagoon's warm waters. Dramatic drop-offs at the famed Ngemelis Wall and Blue Corner makes Palau an adrenaline-pumping drift-diving paradise. Explore historic WWII shipwrecks, venture into mysterious sea caves, and snorkel ancient Jellyfish Lake. From the southern tip of Peleliu to the northern reaches of Kayangel Atoll, this guide covers 48 of Palau's best dive sites, with full-color photos throughout.

You'll get specific information on:

  • Dive site depth range and suggested diving expertise
  • Common and hazardous marine life
  • Topside activities from waterfall hikes and camping to kayaking and shopping
  • Accommodations and diving services listings
  • 10 easy-to-read maps
2008 Country Profile and Guide to Palau- National Travel Guidebook and Handbook - Benthic Habitat, Coral Reefs, Koror Island (Two CD-ROM Set)
By U.S. Government

Progressive Management
CD-ROM (99999 pages)

2008 Country Profile and Guide to Palau- National Travel Guidebook and Handbook -  Benthic Habitat, Coral Reefs, Koror Island (Two CD-ROM Set)
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Completely updated and revised for this new edition, our unique electronic book on two CD-ROMs has an amazing collection of the finest federal documents and resources about Palau, providing encyclopedic coverage of all aspects of the country. This disc set provides a truly fantastic reference source, with over one hundred thousand pages reproduced in Adobe Acrobat format! There is complete coverage of newsworthy material about Palau, including U.S. relations, agriculture, Office of Insular Affairs, Palau in World War II, Clinton Administration, Peace Corps, Health Resources, Benthic Habitat Mapping, Coral Reefs, Workforce Investment Plan, IKONOS Survey, weather, Koror Island, and more. This incredible and comprehensive series on the countries of the world contains material from the State Department, Department of Defense, White House, and cabinet agencies including Agriculture, Energy, and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. There is complete information about geography, people, government, the economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. In addition to the nation-specific material, as a bonus we have included reports about every country on the globe, with 271 nations, dependent areas, and other entities identified by the Central Intelligence Agency. The CIA World Factbook is considered an invaluable world encyclopedia reference book. This incredible two CD-ROM set is packed with over 100,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems. The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material.
Palau Investment & Business Guide
By Ibp Usa

International Business Publications, USA
Perfect Paperback (300 pages)

Palau Investment & Business Guide
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Palau Investment & Business Guide
Palau Country Study Guide (World Country Study Guide Library)
International Business Publications, USA
Paperback (292 pages)

Palau Country Study Guide (World Country Study Guide Library)
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