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Mission Statement

The Bureau of Cultural and Historical preservation protects and preserves the historical and cultural resources of the Republic of Palau for both present and future generations.

This is done by conducting archaeological surveys, promoting site registration, restoration, and interpretation, and implementing oral history and ethnography documentation to ensure that opportunities for education and enjoyment of Palau’s cultural heritage is available for everyone.

Our Ongoing Projects

Restoring and preserving Palau’s cultural sites to protect our heritage for future generations.

Restoring and preserving Palau’s cultural sites to protect our heritage for future generations.

Restoring and preserving Palau’s cultural sites to protect our heritage for future generations.

Historical and Cultural Sites

Diong er a Olekang

Diong er a Olekang

Is a significant cultural site comprising a bathing pool and an adjoining stone path in the village of Iyebukel.

Ked er a Ngchelbakl, Kaliol

Ked er a Ngchelbakl, Kaliol

Ked er a Ngchelbakl, a WWII Japanese gun site in Palau, is preserved to educate future generations on its historical significance.

Bai er a Rengara Irrai

Bai er a Rengara Irrai

Bai er a Rengara Irrai, Palau’s oldest traditional Bai, is a preserved historic site listed on national registers.

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