Port Moresby

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Port Moresby

Name

Port Moresby

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Port Moresby is the capital and largest city of Papua New Guinea, situated on the Gulf of Papua. Founded in the 19th century as a trade centre, it became strategically important during WWII. The city is named after Admiral Sir Fairfax Moresby and is a primate city within the nation.

Statistics

Area

240.00 km²

Population

756,754

Location