Papua New Guinea - Wikipedia
WEBIt shares its only land border with Indonesia to the west and its other close neighbours are Australia to the south and the Solomon Islands to the east. Its capital, located on its southern coast, is Port Moresby. The country is the world's third largest island country, with an area of 462,840 km 2 (178,700 sq mi). [14]
Geography of Papua New Guinea - Wikipedia
WEBThe geography of Papua New Guinea describes the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, the islands of New Ireland, New Britain and Bougainville, and smaller nearby islands. Together these make up the nation of Papua New Guinea in tropical Oceania, located in the western edge of the Pacific Ocean.
New Guinea - Wikipedia
WEBIn 1606, Luís Vaz de Torres explored the southern coast of New Guinea from Milne Bay to the Gulf of Papua including Orangerie Bay, which he named Bahía de San Lorenzo. His expedition also discovered Basilaki Island naming it Tierra de San Buenaventura, which he claimed for Spain in July 1606. [48]
Papua New Guinea | Culture, History, & People | Britannica
WEB4 days ago · Geographical and historical treatment of Papua New Guinea, an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It encompasses the eastern half of New Guinea, the world’s second largest island; the Bismarck Archipelago; Bougainville and Buka; and small offshore islands and atolls.
Papua New Guinea Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBFeb 25, 2021 · Covering an area of 462,840 sq.km, Papua New Guinea is the world’s 3 rd largest island nation and the world’s 54 th largest country. Located on the southeastern coast of the island country, along the shores of the Gulf of Papua is, Port Moresby – the capital and the largest city of Papua New Guinea.
Researchers stunned by discovery during deep-sea exploration off coast …
WEBResearchers recently discovered several new deep-water species, including sharks, during a three-month expedition in Papua New Guinea. The team explored an area known as the Coral Triangle, which ...
In Papua New Guinea, explorers study one of the most biodiverse …
WEBJul 19, 2024 · Papua New Guinea’s ocean is critically important partly because of its coral reefs, which contribute benefits to local communities and help marine life thrive. Its waters host more than 600 hard coral species and the greatest concentration of clownfish diversity in the world. Charismatic marine species found in Papua New Guinea include ...
The 5 Best Papua New Guinea Beaches - Surf's Up Magazine
WEBMar 5, 2024 · The coastline of Papua New Guinea is characterized by a series of bays, lagoons, and coral reefs. The beaches range from long stretches of white sand to small hidden coves nestled between towering cliffs. Each beach has its own unique charm, offering visitors a different experience and atmosphere.
Papua New Guinea - The World Factbook
WEBSep 4, 2024 · PNG was first settled between 50,000 and 60,000 years ago. Its harsh geography of mountains, jungles, and numerous river valleys kept many of the arriving groups isolated, giving rise to PNG’s ethnic and linguistic diversity. Around 500 B.C., Austronesian voyagers settled along the coast.
Papua New Guinea | WWF - WWF-Pacific
WEBOne of the most remote ecoregions in Papua New Guinea – travel is by boat only - but without doubt one of the most important, for both marine species and terrestrial ecosystems.Here we are talking coastal and marine livelihoods on low-lying reefs plus savanna woodlands and forestry. Madang Lagoon and …
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