Lae & MorobeMorobe Province is a region of immense cultural and geographical diversity. From the reef-fringed tropical islands to the rugged inland Highlands ~ Morobe is as unique as it is diverse ~ Morobe has it all.The population of Morobe is approximately 500,000; it is Papua New Guinea's gateway into the Highlands and Islands regions. The province is a mixture of majestic mountains, lush rainforests and beautiful marine settings. There are nine districts within the Morobe Province, in which 171 distinct languages are spoken. Morobeans are notably friendly and courteous people who make eager and enthusiastic hosts to any newcomer to their environs. The Province has a legacy of battlefield relics from the Second World War, ranging from submerged shipwrecks to aircraft and artillery.The relids are from both the Allied Forces as well as the Japanese Forces. It is also noted in history books as the last stop for American aviator Amelia Earhardt before she disappeared over the Pacific Ocean, on her way back to Oakland, California, USA. A memorial plaque has been dedicated to her memory. The nine Districts of Morobe consists of Lae, Huon, Wau-Bulolo, Markham, Menyamya, Nawaeb, Kabwum, Finschhafen, and Tewai-Siassi. Each District is unique to the other, ranging from the mountains to the sea. Notably many of the Districts in Morobe have war scars and relics from WWII - some of which are Markham, Nawaeb, Finschhafen, and Menyamya. These areas are infamous by their battle sites and treks where Allied forces as well as Japanese forces were involved. To note, the Black Cat Track and Skin Diwai which are currently in its development stages for tourism, as well as Shaggy Ridge where the Americans fought fiercely against the Japanese. Another Track to mention is the Bulldog Track - this is another WWII track than spans from Menyamya District to Kerema in the Gulf Province. All these Tracks are currently part of historical tourism development of Morobe Tourism Bureau. Along the Huon Coast also are battle sites where many Japanese forces have fallen - these places are frequented by their families who have lost loved-ones in those areas. Morobe Province is unique to Papua New Guinea as it spans from the mountains to the sea; enriched with so many different iconic cultures, archeological finds, internationally acclaimed conservational attractions of the leatherback turtle and Mitchie's Tree Kangaroo. One of our Annual Highlights is the Morobe Show, where planning is ongoing throughout the year. It is our iconic signature Cultural Show that many locals look forward to participate in their traditional finery & regalia. It is the only agricultural Show in PNG still so popular since its inception over 50 years ago. We welcome you to browse through our pages and hope you will come and visit us one day, maybe during one of our iconic Cultural Shows such as the Annual Morobe Show.
Lae is the business centre of the north. With it's easy access by road to the highlands and Madang, and a deep harbour to cater for massive container ships from Asia, many companies have their main office in Lae. Like many towns in PNG, Lae was built around it's airstrip and was used until it outgrew it in the 1980s, and now is serviced by Nadab, a world war two built airstrip some 45 minutes out of town. Lae's climate is tropical, with temperatures not varying much between day and night. Humidity can be very high, particularly in the wetter months between May and October. During these months there is usually constant rain, and if you want to see a "real" tropical storm, Lae won't disappoint. Things to do in or around Lae:
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