Papua New Guinea, Island country in western Pacific Ocean
The eastern part of New Guinea island forms a nation with numerous smaller islands, mountains reaching 4000 meters, and extensive rainforest coverage.
The territory gained independence in 1975 after being governed successively by German, British, and Australian administrations throughout the colonial period.
The nation holds a record of 851 distinct languages within its borders, making it the most linguistically diverse country per capita.
Most inhabitants practice subsistence agriculture in rural communities, while mining operations provide substantial export revenue for the national economy.
The territory remains partially unexplored, with scientists regularly discovering new plant and animal species in remote mountain ranges.
Inception: 1975
Capital city: Port Moresby
Part of: Oceania, Melanesia
Shares border with: Indonesia, Australia, Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands
Address: Papua New Guinea
Website: https://papuanewguinea.travel
GPS coordinates: -5.68161,144.24891
Latest update: November 10, 2025 14:33
Kokoda Track
615.9 km
Mount Wilhelm
87.3 km
Ulawun
788.3 km
Kuk Swamp
14.6 km
Mont Giluwe
56.8 km
Mount Lamington
563.5 km
Hegigio Gorge Pipeline Bridge
145.7 km
Mount Bosavi
188.5 km
Sir John Guise Stadium
529 km
Vulcan
891.6 km
Lae War Cemetery
325 km
Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery
528.2 km
Sir Hubert Murray Stadium
529.6 km
Yonki Dam
201.9 km
Ela Beach
530.7 km
Mount Albert Edward, Papua New Guinea
462.4 km
Tonda Wildlife Management Area
475.1 km
YUS Conservation Area
284 km
Dakataua
653.1 km
Garbuna Group
640.8 km
Waiowa
685.9 km
St. Mary's Cathedral, Port Moresby
530.3 km
Raun Raun Theatre
133.7 km
Гаруа Харбор
646 km
National Capital Botanical Gardens
532.2 km
Coastwatchers Memorial Lighthouse
181.2 km
Mount Hagen Market
19.5 km
Trans-Fly Complex
358.3 kmReviews
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Central Province
Chimbu Province
Eastern Highlands Province
East New Britain Province
East Sepik Province
Enga Province
Gulf Province
Madang Province
Manus Province
Milne Bay Province
Morobe Province
New Ireland Province
Oro Province
Autonomous Region of Bougainville
Southern Highlands Province
Western Province
Western Highlands Province
West New Britain Province
Sandaun Province
National Capital District
Hela Province
Jiwaka Province
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