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Photo: Phillip Capper from Wellington, New Zealand, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.Discover Port Vila, the vibrant capital of Vanuatu! Test your knowledge on its colonial history, stunning tropical islands, unique local culture, and world-famous landmarks.
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Mele Cascades is one of the most famous natural attractions near Port Vila. Visitors can hike up a series of limestone pools surrounded by lush jungle to reach a spectacular 35-meter waterfall. The site is managed by local landowners, ensuring the community benefits from tourism.
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Football is the most popular sport in Vanuatu, and the Port Vila Municipal Stadium is the heart of the local league. It regularly hosts thousands of passionate fans for domestic club matches as well as international fixtures involving the Vanuatu national team.
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Opened in 2003, it is one of only a few underwater post offices in the world. Snorkellers and divers buy waterproof postcards on the island, swim down to the submerged post box and post them there, and every card gets a special waterproof postmark.
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Bauerfield International Airport was established during World War II by the United States military. It was named after Harold W. Bauer, a highly decorated US Marine Corps pilot who was lost at sea during the Guadalcanal campaign after shooting down multiple enemy aircraft.
Photo: Torbenbrinker, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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Erakor Lagoon is a stunning, sheltered waterway on the southern edge of Port Vila. It is home to Erakor Island, a popular resort destination that travelers can reach via a tiny barge that operates twenty-four hours a day, taking just a couple of minutes to cross the shallow turquoise water.
Photo: Phillip Capper from Wellington, New Zealand, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Chief Roi Mata's Domain became Vanuatu's first UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008. It links places on Efate, Lelepa and Artok islands to his life, including his former home, and keeps alive the story of a leader who brought peace to the warring clans of Efate.
Photo: PhillipC, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Located near the national parliament, the Vanuatu Cultural Centre is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the archipelago's many islands. It features historic masks, traditional canoes, and live demonstrations of sand drawing, an ancient storytelling art recognized by UNESCO.
Photo: PhillipC, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Port Vila. Its distinctive modern design stands out on the city skyline. Christianity is the predominant religion in Vanuatu, and the cathedral serves as a major spiritual and community gathering point in the capital.
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Port Vila hosted the tenth Pacific Mini Games in 2017, the second time Vanuatu held them after 1993. They were first planned for September, but were pushed back after Cyclone Pam hit the island in 2015. Teams from 24 nations competed in 14 sports, from archery to beach volleyball.
Photo: Phillip Capper from Wellington, New Zealand, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Iririki Island was once the official residence of the British High Commissioner during the colonial era. Today, this lush tropical island has been transformed into a popular family resort, offering visitors a quick escape from the busy capital while remaining visible from the main seawall.
Photo: Nicky, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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