Palau

Introduction

Palau is located in Oceania, with its capital being Melekeok and the official language being palauan.

dollar is the legal tender of Palau. The top-level domain of Palau is .pw, and to make an overseas call to Palau, you need to add +680 / 00680 before the number.

The IANA time zone of Palau is Pacific/Palau. The local time is 1 hours behind compared to Beijing time. On 2025-12-29, the sunrise time in Palau's capital Melekeok is 08:35, and the sunset time is 17:59.

Palau: An Ecological Paradise in the Western Pacific

Located in the Western Pacific Ocean, Palau is an island nation in the Micronesian archipelago consisting of about 340 volcanic and coral islands. It is known for its world-class marine ecology, with natural wonders such as the Great Barrier Reef, known as the "Wonders of the Seven Seas", the non-toxic jellyfish lagoon, the Milk Lagoon and other natural wonders, and it is a mecca for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts from all over the world. Palau has a population of about 18,000, and the official languages are Palauan and English, with the US dollar in common use. The country places a high priority on environmental protection and has established a large number of marine protected areas, and in 2020 it will be the first country in the world to ban harmful sunscreens. With its unique natural beauty and eco-friendly philosophy, Palau is known as the "Crossroads of the Pacific" and is an ideal place to experience the charm of a pristine island.