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CHUUK

Chuuk Atoll, located in the One of the two top scuba diving the lagoon, climb into the old lighthouse
Caroline Islands has one of the locations in the world. Chuuk’s water built during Japanese occupation
largest lagoons in the world. temperatures are 29ºC and incredibly and visit the Blue Lagoon Resort for
calm between December and May. a stroll in the coconut palm grounds
Beneath the blue waters of the lagoon Average temperature above water with splendid views across the water to
encrusted with coral, are more than 60 is 30ºC. Dublon Island, formerly the Japanese
sunken ships from the Japanese WWII military headquarters.
fleet. Lashed to the decks of freighters The main island of Weno is the capital
are the rusty remains of fighter planes and commercial centre and Chuuk’s American dollars are used while
and trucks. State Centre is where visitors can travellers cheques and currency can be
experience a taste of island life by changed at banks and at some hotels.
The lagoon has been declared a visiting the local stores jammed with
monument, with the salvage and taking everything from kerosene stoves to ladies When visiting traditional areas,
of relics prohibited by law. Divers must wear and handicrafts. respect local customs and note that
obtain a permit before diving around the locals frown upon mini skirts and
the ships. For an outstanding view of Weno and short shorts.

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