For many travellers, Nan Madol is the highlight of their Micronesian odyssey. An important political, social and religious centre built during the…
Federated States of Micronesia
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- NNan Madol
For many travellers, Nan Madol is the highlight of their Micronesian odyssey. An important political, social and religious centre built during the…
- YYap Island
Yap Proper's main island, Yap Island features the tiny capital, Colonia, which wraps around Chamorro Bay, offering sea views most everywhere. Walk to the…
- LLelu Ruins
Lelu Island, connected to the larger island of Kosrae by a causeway, is where a massive walled city was built between the 13th and 14th centuries for…
- EEthnic Art Village
Yap's capital Colonia does a great job of celebrating and preserving indigenous art. Here, village elders have been invited to teach their craftsmanship…
- BBalabat Village
The walk to Balabat is lined with traditional men's houses and rai (stone money). You'll pass Madrich, once a Spanish trading station, and continue to the…
Top attractions
These are our favorite local haunts, touristy spots, and hidden gems throughout Federated States of Micronesia.
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Nan Madol
For many travellers, Nan Madol is the highlight of their Micronesian odyssey. An important political, social and religious centre built during the…
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Yap Island
Yap Proper's main island, Yap Island features the tiny capital, Colonia, which wraps around Chamorro Bay, offering sea views most everywhere. Walk to the…
See
Lelu Ruins
Lelu Island, connected to the larger island of Kosrae by a causeway, is where a massive walled city was built between the 13th and 14th centuries for…
See
Ethnic Art Village
Yap's capital Colonia does a great job of celebrating and preserving indigenous art. Here, village elders have been invited to teach their craftsmanship…
See
Balabat Village
The walk to Balabat is lined with traditional men's houses and rai (stone money). You'll pass Madrich, once a Spanish trading station, and continue to the…
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