Highlands Region

Highlands Region
Name	Highlands Region
Country	Papua New Guinea
Capital	Goroka
Largest city	Mount Hagen

Highlands Region is a region located in the Island of New Guinea, comprising the Simbu Province, Eastern Highlands Province, Enga Province, Southern Highlands Province, and Western Highlands Province. The region is home to several notable cities, including Goroka, Mount Hagen, and Mendi. The Highlands Region is situated near the Bismarck Range and is close to the Indonesian border, with the Papua Province and West Papua to the west. The region is also near the Solomon Sea and the Coral Sea.

Geography

The Highlands Region is characterized by its rugged terrain, with several mountain ranges, including the Bismarck Range, Muller Range, and Kubor Range. The region is home to several notable peaks, such as Puncak Jaya, Mount Wilhelm, and Mount Giluwe. The Highlands Region is also drained by several major rivers, including the Purari River, Kikori River, and Strickland River, which flow into the Gulf of Papua. The region is near the Torricelli Mountains and the Adelbert Range, and is close to the Madang Province and the Morobe Province. The Highlands Region is also home to several notable lakes, including Lake Kutubu and Lake Murray.

Climate

The Highlands Region has a tropical climate, with high temperatures and high levels of rainfall throughout the year. The region is influenced by the Intertropical Convergence Zone and the El Niño-Southern Oscillation, which bring heavy rainfall and flooding to the region. The Highlands Region is also prone to natural disasters, such as earthquakes, landslides, and tsunamis, due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire. The region is near the Coral Triangle and is home to several notable World Heritage Sites, including the Kuk Early Agricultural Site. The Highlands Region is also close to the Australian city of Cairns and the Papua New Guinean city of Port Moresby.

History

The Highlands Region has a rich and diverse history, with several notable cultures and traditions. The region is home to several Indigenous Australian groups, including the Huli people and the Melpa people. The region was also influenced by European colonization, with the arrival of German and British colonizers in the late 19th century. The Highlands Region was also affected by World War II, with the region being occupied by Japanese forces and later liberated by Allied forces. The region is near the Kokoda Track and the Bougainville Island, and is home to several notable war memorials, including the Kokoda Memorial.

Economy

The Highlands Region has a diverse economy, with several major industries, including agriculture, mining, and tourism. The region is home to several notable crops, including coffee, tea, and tobacco, which are grown in the Western Highlands Province and the Eastern Highlands Province. The region is also rich in natural resources, including gold, copper, and oil, which are extracted in the Enga Province and the Southern Highlands Province. The Highlands Region is also home to several notable companies, including the Papua New Guinea Mining Corporation and the Ok Tedi Mining Limited. The region is near the Port of Lae and the Port of Madang, and is close to the Australian city of Brisbane.

Culture

The Highlands Region is home to several notable cultures and traditions, including the Huli people and the Melpa people. The region is known for its vibrant music and dance, including the sing-sing and the kina shell money. The Highlands Region is also home to several notable festivals, including the Goroka Show and the Mount Hagen Show. The region is near the National Museum and Art Gallery (Papua New Guinea) and the Papua New Guinea National Theatre, and is close to the University of Papua New Guinea and the Papua New Guinea University of Technology. The Highlands Region is also home to several notable languages, including Tok Pisin and Hiri Motu.

Tourism

The Highlands Region is a popular tourist destination, with several notable attractions, including the Baiyer River Sanctuary and the Mount Hagen market. The region is home to several notable national parks, including the Kikori River basin and the Purari River basin. The Highlands Region is also known for its vibrant culture and traditions, including the sing-sing and the kina shell money. The region is near the Tavurvur volcano and the Rabaul caldera, and is close to the Australian city of Darwin and the Papua New Guinean city of Lae. The Highlands Region is also home to several notable hotels and resorts, including the Goroka Hotel and the Mount Hagen Hotel.

Category:Geography of Papua New Guinea