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Babeldaob

Babeldaob (also Babelthaup) is the largest island in the island nation of Palau. Its area, 331 m&sq2; (128 mi&sq;2), makes up over 70% of the area of the entire country. It is located northwest of Koror.

Unlike most of the islands of Palau, Babeldaob is mountainous. It contains Palau's highest point, the 242 meter tall Mount Ngerchelchauus.

Palau's second-most populous state, Airai, makes up the southern end of the island. Airai contains the nation's chief airport, as well as a bridge to Kokor.

Babeldaob is subdivided into 10 states:

• Aimeliik
• Airai
• Melekeok
• Ngaraard
• Ngarchelong
• Ngardmau
• Ngatpang
• Ngchesar
• Ngeremlengui
• Ngiwal

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