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Manus Province, Province in Papua New Guinea.

Manus Province encompasses 18 islands in the Bismarck Archipelago, covering 2,100 square kilometers of land and 220,000 square kilometers of maritime territory.

During World War II, the province served as a crucial strategic location for military operations in the Pacific, hosting numerous naval and air force installations.

The indigenous communities of Manus Province maintain their traditional social structures through clan-based organizations and practice customary ceremonies celebrating maritime heritage.

Visitors can reach Manus Province through regular flights from Port Moresby to Momote Airport, located near the provincial capital of Lorengau.

The waters surrounding Manus Province contain extensive coral reef systems and numerous World War II shipwrecks, making it a destination for marine research.

Location: Papua New Guinea

Capital city: Lorengau

GPS coordinates: -2.08333,147.00000

Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:57

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