The population of Palau is approximately 21,779 (2023), [94] 73% of whom are native Palauans of mixed Melanesian and Austronesian descent. There are many Asian communities within Palau.

Palau comprises several cultures and languages. Ethnic Palauans predominate, inhabiting the main islands of the archipelago. Descendants of the Carolinean atolls, especially Ulithi, settled on Palau's southern atolls of Hatohobei, Sonsorol, Fannah, Pulo Anna, and Merir.

Explore the native origins, languages, cultural customs and close-knit communities that shape the rich heritage of Palau's warm, welcoming indigenous island people.

Native Palauans soon became a small minority in their own homeland. The Japanese continued the German mining activities, and also established bonito (skipjack tuna) canning and copra processing plants in Palau.

4 days ago · Its major populated islands are Babelthuap (Babeldaob), Koror, Malakal, Arakabesan, and Peleliu. The sparsely populated Kayangel Islands to the north of Babelthuap …

Rechad er Belau, or Palauans, are the indigenous people of Belau, the traditional name by which we call our nation, which is now known as the Republic of Palau.

Palau is home to about 18,000 people. Rechad er Belau, or Palauans, are the indigenous people of Belau, the traditional name of Palau. During your exploration in Palau, you will undoubtedly encounter diverse cultural influences from nations such as Japan and the United States.

Dec 3, 2018 · Ethnic minorities residing in the country include Carolinians, many Asian ethnic groups, Caucasians, and others. The Palauan language is the most popular language spoken in the country. English is also an official language and is spoken widely.

Mar 24, 2017 · Palauans, a mixture of Melanesian, Micronesian, Austronesian, Japanese and Filipino descent, are hospitable and friendly. Indigenous forms of ancestral and spiritual worship were replaced by Christianity when missionaries arrived on Palau.

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