Palau was originally under United States power, finally becoming an independent nation in 1994. However, the United States is still responsible for protecting Palau in a time of need for the next ten years.
This island nation was greatly affected by World War II during a battle between the United States and Japan in 1944. This battle was incredibly destructive to the environment and one can still view the aftermath through the various battle machines scattered along the island, now overcome by nature.
Although their ancestry has not been factually determined, it is believed that the current population's relatives came from other Micronesian islands. Therefore, Palau is home to some of the greatest historic mysteries. Some of the oldest coins have been found on the islands as well as, the stone monoliths, which are a frequented archaeological site.
Historically, the Palauans have a strong belief in natural medicine. These natural medicines are also a current cultural aspect, and many of the plants are still harvested as a means to create treatments.
Palauan's also harvest many of the tropical trees as a source of wood, used to build homes and canoes.
The trees are also a source of economic income for the population, and there is a large logging industry to support the high exporting requests. In addition to the logging trade, the fishing is equally important for economic reasons. The environments provides a rich amount of plants and fish that provide Palauan's the opportunity of selection to fulfill specific needs.
However, Palau's greatest source of income is through tourism. Wether it be through hospitality, tours, or fees that are imposed to aid in forest reconstruction for the island.
Palau has a tradition of storytelling, and their most famous tale is that of the Breadfruit Tree.
This island nation was greatly affected by World War II during a battle between the United States and Japan in 1944. This battle was incredibly destructive to the environment and one can still view the aftermath through the various battle machines scattered along the island, now overcome by nature.
Although their ancestry has not been factually determined, it is believed that the current population's relatives came from other Micronesian islands. Therefore, Palau is home to some of the greatest historic mysteries. Some of the oldest coins have been found on the islands as well as, the stone monoliths, which are a frequented archaeological site.
Historically, the Palauans have a strong belief in natural medicine. These natural medicines are also a current cultural aspect, and many of the plants are still harvested as a means to create treatments.
Palauan's also harvest many of the tropical trees as a source of wood, used to build homes and canoes.
The trees are also a source of economic income for the population, and there is a large logging industry to support the high exporting requests. In addition to the logging trade, the fishing is equally important for economic reasons. The environments provides a rich amount of plants and fish that provide Palauan's the opportunity of selection to fulfill specific needs.
However, Palau's greatest source of income is through tourism. Wether it be through hospitality, tours, or fees that are imposed to aid in forest reconstruction for the island.
Palau has a tradition of storytelling, and their most famous tale is that of the Breadfruit Tree.