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Palau — silhouette, capital and facts
Palau is in Oceania and its capital is Ngerulmud. With about 18 thousand people and 459 km², it ranks 180th in area and 192nd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Palau, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Ngerulmud
- Continent
- Oceania
- Population
- about 18 thousand
- Area
- 459 km²
- Language
- Palauan and English
- Currency
- US dollar
- Flag colors
- light blue, yellow
Borders
Palau has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
Fun facts about Palau
- In Jellyfish Lake, snorkelers swim among millions of jellyfish whose sting is harmless.
- In 2009, Palau created the world's first national shark sanctuary.
- Since 2017, visitors sign the 'Palau Pledge' in their passports, a promise to protect the environment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Palau?
The capital of Palau is Ngerulmud.
Which continent is Palau in?
Palau is in Oceania.
Which countries border Palau?
Palau has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Palau?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Palau is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Palau?
In Jellyfish Lake, snorkelers swim among millions of jellyfish whose sting is harmless. In 2009, Palau created the world's first national shark sanctuary. Since 2017, visitors sign the 'Palau Pledge' in their passports, a promise to protect the environment.
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