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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palau
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Palau has 1 site on the UNESCO World Heritage List — 1 mixed inscription, inscribed in 2012. This map of UNESCO sites in Palau covers every listing, with a short description, the inscription year and the nearest airports — the fastest way to see the country's most important historical sites and landmarks in one place.
Rock Islands Southern Lagoon was the country's first inscription, added in 2012; recurring threads across the list include sacred places.
- Sites
- 1
- Mixed
- 1
- First inscribed
- 2012
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List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palau
Every inscription with its year and category. Open a site for its story, map location and nearest airports.
| Site | Year | Type | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Islands Southern LagoonRock Islands Southern Lagoon covers 100,200 ha and includes 445 uninhabited limestone islands of volcanic orig. | 2012 | Mixed | Rock Islands Southern Lagoon covers 100,200 ha and includes 445 uninhabited limestone islands of volcanic orig. |
Frequently asked questions about World Heritage in Palau
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites are there in Palau?
- Palau has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1 mixed.
- What was the first World Heritage Site in Palau?
- Rock Islands Southern Lagoon was inscribed in 2012. Rock Islands Southern Lagoon covers 100,200 ha and includes 445 uninhabited limestone islands of volcanic orig.
- Which UNESCO sites in Palau are easiest to reach?
- Each site page lists the closest airports with distance, so you can pick the gateway city first and work outwards. The "Flying in" panel on this page shows the main gateways for Palau.
- What are the main historical sites and landmarks in Palau?
- The 1 UNESCO-listed site above are Palau's internationally recognised historical sites and landmarks, starting with Rock Islands Southern Lagoon (2012). Each entry links to a full page with a map, photos and travel notes.