The Ministry of Human Resources, Culture, Tourism and Development Republic of Palau

Badrulchau

Badrulchau, Palau’s largest archaeological site, features 34 ancient monoliths on terraces, preserving cultural heritage through state maintenance and study.

Bai er a Rengara Irrai

Bai er a Rengara Irrai, Palau’s oldest traditional Bai, preserves cultural heritage and history through renovation and continued community significance.

Ked er a Ngchelbakl, Kaliol

Ked er a Ngchelbakl, a WWII Japanese anti-aircraft gun site, preserves Palau’s wartime history and strategic defenses in Ngchesar.

Beluu er a Ngercheluuk

Beluu er a Ngercheluuk, a historic village in Ngiwal, was relocated in 1918, inspired by Japan’s Ginza layout. It preserves Palau’s cultural heritage and settlement history.

Boes Er A Mekemad

Boes er a Mekemad, a Japanese defense position in Ngchesar, features coastal defense guns, trenches, and tunnels from World War II, preserving Palau’s wartime history.

Japanese Defense Fortification

Japanese Defense Fortifications in Sonsorol, featuring U-shaped coral rock structures with firing ports, preserve Palau’s World War II history.

Oublallang er a Ngereklengong

Oublallang features monoliths and stone platforms in Ngereklengong, preserving Palauan heritage with unique carvings resembling owls.