Speaking of "Paradise of The Lost", wonder what comes to mind? Is it the bizarre Jurassic Park in the movie world, or the Pearl Maldives in the Indian Ocean?
However, among the many island nations in the South Pacific, there is also a "lost paradise" country, Papua New Guinea (hereinafter referred to as Papua New Guinea).
Map of Papua New Guinea
Hearing this name, I believe most friends will think of it as an African country. However, it is a full-fledged maritime nation, the second largest island nation in the South Pacific, and second only to Australia in terms of land area. Discovered by the Portuguese in 1511, various colonists came and went. Since independence in 1975, PNG still has a number of remote tribes in a primitive tribal state, including the existence of cannibals. The reason for the disappearance of Michael Rockefeller, the youngest son of former Vice President Nelson Rockefeller, in 1961 is believed to have been eaten by cannibals in Papua New Guinea.
Local indigenous people fight
However, the pristine and beautiful scenery and abundant products here have allowed it to be widely known as "paradise".
Small local indigenous fishing boats
Leaving aside the pale and tedious numbers on the encyclopedic entries, Xiaobian takes you to see this "paradise country" in the South Pacific.
Stunning natural scenery
Coastal snap
PNG is located near the Equatorial Line in the South Pacific, adjacent to Indonesia. You can refer to the Balinese scenery in Indonesia, which can be described as easy to draw. Because it has almost no industry and little artificial development, it has more of a pristine wild beauty.
Jungle snap
Beach snaps
In such a tropical country, its species are also diverse.
Cute spotted possum,
Spotted possum
Elegant Victoria Crown Pigeon,
Victoria Crown Pigeon
And, of course, the Paradise Bird, which bears the name "Paradise.",
bird of paradise
Its colorful tail feathers are not only a traditional accessory of the local indigenous people,
Indigenous feather crown
It is also a favorite ornament of the British royal family.
Bird of Paradise tail feather decorated hat
As for the products, PNG is not only one of the most important tuna producing areas in the world, but also rich in marine resources.
It is rich in Aolong
The area is rich in Southeast Asian pearls
It also produces high-quality coffee, palms, and a variety of tropical fruits.
Papua New Guinea Highland Coffee
For the locals, it can be said that if they are hungry, they can get food as long as they go up to the tree or go to the sea. Natural resources are also extremely rich, with gold, copper, nickel, oil and natural gas reserves at the forefront of the world.
Such a country, called "paradise" is not excessive, but it is such a good hand, but it is played poorly. Officials are corrupt, the economy is weak, partisan strife, and infrastructure is backward. The economy ranks last in the world, with most people living in poverty.
Ordinary local aborigines
Even the capital, Port Moresby, is listed as one of the "Top Ten Least Safe Cities in the World" for its harsh security environment.
It is said that it is a beggar holding a golden rice bowl
Such a "lost paradise", would you like to see it? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area, look forward to your comments and likes, thank you!
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