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This clash of oceanic currents produces the perfect conditions for an explosion of life and the steady supply of nutrients supports the incredible amount of marine life that is so obvious on Palau’s famous dive sites. From heathy corals and amazing biodiversity, to huge schools of fish, plenty of sharks, manta rays and even passing whales, Palau’s prolific marine life is testament to the richness of these waters. Add in the protection and conservation efforts provided by Palau’s progressive government and you have all the ingredients for a world-class dive destination - now, and in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Palau’s limestone islands and reefs have been steadily eroded over millions of years creating dramatic walls and channels, caverns, drop offs and hidden lakes that provide such an exciting range of diving. One of Palau’s best known sites - and possibly one of the most famous dives in the world - is the Blue Corner, a plateau of coral that extends out into the open ocean directly in front of a channel in the barrier reef. During an incoming tide the concentration of life here is extraordinary and divers can expect sharks, schools of fish, Napoleon wrasse and so much more. Other famous sites include the Ulong Channel and Shark City, famous for cruising sharks and schools of fish; German Channel and Devilfish City with where you can encounter manta rays at cleaning stations; the stunning Chandelier Caves with its ancient, air-filled chambers beneath the reef; and the legendary Peleliu Express, that has earned a reputation as one of the wildest drift dives on the planet! 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Perched on the edge of an oceanic trench that plunges to over 5 kilometres in depth, the islands of Palau are home to some of the most diverse ecosystems in the Pacific, as well as some of the most exciting diving. Dry land makes up just 450 square kilometres of Palau’s territory - the remaining 600,000 square kilometres is open ocean, lagoon or reef - but this tiny land area is home to some of the most spectacular island landscapes in the Pacific. The renowned Rock Islands attract thousands of tourists every year, all drawn by the spectacular lagoons and dramatic karst landscape that have made Palau so famous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Palau was first settled by Philippine migrants over 3000 years ago and and first visited by European explorers in the 16th century. In more modern times, Palau has had a turbulent history and at various times has been claimed by Spain, Philippines, Germany and Japan, before finally declaring its independence in 1978. 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