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Collection of reef islands in Palau
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The Rock Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Palau, just south of Koror.
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The world's largest dolphin research facility, is open for tourists who are interested in swimming and interacting with trained dolphins.
Medusa Lake, Ongeim'l Tketau (Fifth lake)
A brackish lake formerly connected to the ocean through a passage. The lake was home to an abundance of jellyfish that has been able to proliferate without predators. As of April 2023 very few jellyfish remain and it has supposedly been like this for a couple of years.
A scuba diving hotspot.
The island has a white sand beach, bordered by coconut palms.
Another good place for diving despite strong currents. Good chance of seeing sharks.
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