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Ngerulmud, the capital of Palau
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Ngerulmud

Ngerulmud is the seat of government of the Republic of Palau, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean. Located on Babeldaob, the country's largest island, this unique capital replaced Koror City in October 2006.

Quick facts

Population
—
Currency
United States dollar (USD)
Language
English, Palauan
Timezone
+09 (UTC+9)
Local time now
05:58:53

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Climate snapshot

Ngerulmud has a tropical climate typical of Oceania, with warm and humid conditions year-round. The region experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, with occasional typhoons during the wet season.

Interesting Facts About Ngerulmud — Weird & Wonderful

  • Ngerulmud is the least-populous capital city of a sovereign nation in the world, with no permanent fixed population.
  • The city became the capital of Palau in October 2006, replacing Koror City after more than a century.
  • Ngerulmud is located 20 kilometers northeast of Koror City on Babeldaob, Palau's largest island.
  • The settlement is situated just 2 kilometers northwest of Melekeok City within the state of Melekeok.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ngerulmud

What currency is used in Ngerulmud?

Ngerulmud, as the capital of Palau, uses the US Dollar (USD) as its official currency.

What language is spoken in Ngerulmud?

The official language of Palau is Palauan, though English is widely spoken as Palau is a Pacific island nation.

When did Ngerulmud become the capital?

Ngerulmud became the capital of Palau in October 2006, replacing Koror City which had served as the capital for over a century.

Where is Ngerulmud located?

Ngerulmud is located on Babeldaob, Palau's largest island, in the state of Melekeok, approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Koror City.

Is Ngerulmud densely populated?

Ngerulmud has no permanent fixed population and is the least-populous capital city of a sovereign nation in the world, serving primarily as a government seat.

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