List of settlements in Papua New Guinea facts for kids
Papua New Guinea is a country in Oceania, known for its amazing nature and diverse cultures. Like any country, it has many towns and cities where people live and work. This article will tell you about the largest cities and towns in Papua New Guinea, from the busy capital city to smaller, but still important, places.
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Exploring Papua New Guinea's Major Cities
Papua New Guinea has many interesting places where people live. These places range from big, busy cities to smaller towns. Knowing about these cities helps us understand more about the country and its people.
Port Moresby: The Capital City
Port Moresby is the biggest city in Papua New Guinea and also its capital. It's located on the coast and is a very important place for the country's government and businesses. Many people from different parts of Papua New Guinea and other countries live and work here. It's a busy city with a mix of modern buildings and traditional villages nearby.
Lae: A Busy Port City
Lae is the second largest city in Papua New Guinea. It's a very important port city, which means many goods come in and out of the country through Lae's harbor. It's also a big center for industry and farming, especially for things like coffee and cocoa. Lae is in the Morobe Province and plays a key role in the country's economy.
Arawa: A Town with a Past
Arawa is located in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville. It used to be a very important town because of a large copper mine nearby. Even though the mine is not active now, Arawa remains a significant town in the region.
Mount Hagen: In the Highlands
Mount Hagen is a major city in the highlands of Papua New Guinea. It's known for its cool climate and beautiful mountain scenery. This city is a central hub for the highland provinces, especially for trade and transport. The famous Mount Hagen Cultural Show, where different tribes gather to celebrate their traditions, is held here.
Madang: The Beautiful Coast
Madang is a coastal town known for its stunning natural beauty, including its harbor and nearby islands. It's often called one of the most beautiful towns in Papua New Guinea. Madang is a popular spot for diving and has a relaxed atmosphere. It's also an important center for the Madang Province.
Other Important Towns
Papua New Guinea has many other towns that are important to their regions. Here are some of them:
- Wewak is a coastal town in the East Sepik Province.
- Goroka is another important town in the highlands, known for its coffee industry and annual show.
- Kokopo is a town in East New Britain Province, near the former capital Rabaul.
- Popondetta is located in Oro Province.
- Mendi is a key town in the Southern Highlands Province.
- Kimbe is a growing town in West New Britain Province.
- Tabubil is a town in the Western Province, built around a large mine.
- Daru is an island town in the Western Province.
- Kavieng is the capital of New Ireland Province.
- Alotau is the capital of Milne Bay Province.
- Vanimo is a coastal town in Sandaun Province, close to the border with Indonesia.
Many of these towns have populations that were counted in the 2000 census. Some populations are estimates, which means they are approximate numbers.
