Melekeok

Introduction

Melekeok is the capital of the island nation of Palau. It is located on the east coast of Babeldaob, the largest island of Palau and has a total population of just over 200 inhabitants, including nearby villages. Since the 7th of October 2006, the city of Melekeok became the seat of Palau's government, replacing Koror as the nation's capital. Koror remains the biggest settlement of Palau though and is still the cultural, commercial and tourism heart of the state.