Kloulklubed

Kloulklubed serves as the primary village and administrative hub of Peleliu State in Palau. While it presents a tranquil tropical atmosphere today, the village is a site of immense historical weight, having been at the center of the fierce Battle of Peleliu in 1944 during World War II. The local museum is, housing an extensive collection of war artifacts, including photographs and personal items that tell the harrowing story of the soldiers who fought on the island. Remnants of the conflict, such as rusted military hardware and concrete bunkers, are still visible in the surrounding landscape, integrated into the lush jungle. Modern Kloulklubed is also a gateway for world-class diving and snorkeling expeditions. Divers use the village as a base to reach iconic sites like Blue Corner and the Rock Islands. The village layout is simple yet pleasant, with local residences and small shops that reflect the slow-paced, friendly lifestyle of the Palauan people. It stands as a symbol of peace and reconstruction, honoring its past while looking forward to a future centered on conservation and sustainable tourism.

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History & landmarks

German Channel

This artificial channel was created during the German colonial period to allow the transport of phosphate from the southern lagoons.

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Ngerukewid Cliffs

These steep limestone walls rise vertically from the turquoise water.

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Angaur Hills

The Angaur Hills are elevations on the southernmost inhabited island of Palau.

Rock Islands (Chelbacheb)

The Rock Islands are an archipelago of limestone formations in the ocean.

Nature

Bloody Nose Ridge

This rugged limestone ridge on Peleliu was a strategic point during World War II.

Carp Island Reserve

A crescent-shaped island with rich coral gardens and mangroves.

Ngerumekaol Spawning Channel

A critical habitat for groupers during their spawning season.

Blue Corner

One of the world's most famous diving sites with immense fish density.

Ngerukewid Islands (70 Islands)

A strictly protected wildlife preserve within the Rock Islands.

Jellyfish Lake

An isolated marine lake on Eil Malk island.

More places

Peleliu South Harbor

Peleliu South Harbor is the island's logistical hub.

Peleliu Island

Peleliu is a low-lying coral island in the southern Palau archipelago.

Peleliu Battlefield

This historic area preserves remains of the intense 1944 combat, including Japanese bunkers and American tanks.

Orange Beach

On this section of beach on Peleliu, the first US Marines landed on September 15, 1944, under heavy Japanese fire.

German Lighthouse

The German lighthouse on Peleliu was built during the German colonial period in the early 20th century.

Peleliu WWII Memorial

The memorial honors the fierce battles between the USA and Japan in 1944.

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Peleliu Peace Memorial

This memorial was erected by Japan to commemorate the dead of the Battle of Peleliu and to promote peace.

Rock Islands Southern Lagoon

This UNESCO heritage site comprises hundreds of limestone islands.