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Micronesia

Federated States of Micronesia

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Official name
Federated States of Micronesia
Capital
Palikir
Region
Micronesia
Population (2018 est.)
≈ 113,000
Area
702 km²
Currency
Neighbours
None — island or sea borders only
Internet / phone
.fm · +691

Where it is

Notable facts

  • The Federated States of Micronesia spans about 2,700 km of ocean with 607 islands and only about 700 km² of land.
  • Nan Madol on Pohnpei is a ruined city of nearly 100 artificial islets built of basalt logs, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Yap is known for its rai stone money — limestone discs up to four metres across, still used ceremonially.
  • Chuuk Lagoon holds a large fleet of sunken Japanese ships from World War II, now a famous dive site.

World Heritage 1 site