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An aerial view of Keprohi Waterfall on the island of Pohnpei in Micronesia. Because of high volcanic topography and heavy rainfall, there are a number of scenic waterfalls on the island. Image courtesy of the US Air Force/ Tech. Sgt. Tony Tolley.
A view of Paipalap Peak (Sokehs Rock) overlooking Pohnpei harbor in Micronesia. The rock, rising over 186 m (610 ft), is a basalt volcanic plug. This prominent feature is sometimes referred to as the Diamond Head of Micronesia, since it resembles Diamond Head peak on Oahu in the Hawaiian Islands.
Paipalap Peak (Sokehs Rock) on the island of Pohnpei in Micronesia, overlooking the harbor.
A prominent rock feature called the Ray of Light Spire, as seen from the top of Sokehs Rock on the island of Pohnpei in Micronesia. Photo courtesy of NOAA / Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Wingate.
Lava cliffs on Pohnpei. The island, the most populous in the Federated States of Micronesia, is home to the megaliths and ruined city of Nan Madol. Photo courtesy of NOAA / James P. McVey.
An isolated homestead off the island of Pohnpei in Micronesia. Photo courtesy of US Air Force/ Tech. Sgt. Tony Tolley.
The remains of a Japanese anti-aircraft gun on Sohkes Mountain Ridge, overlooking the harbor on Pohnpei Island in Micronesia. With an excellent harbor and two airfields, Pohnpei was heavily defended by the Japanese during World War II. Photo courtesy of NOAA / Lieutenant Commander Matthew Wingate.
Abandoned World War II-era Japanese tanks being overgrown by tropical foliage in Micronesia. Photo courtesy of NOAA / Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Wingate.
The harbor on Pohnpei in Micronesia. In the background is the surf line along the outer reef.
A view of the ocean approach to Pohnpei Island in Micronesia, and the high volcanic topography of the island. To the right you can make out Paipalap Peak (Sokehs Rock), which overlooks Pohnpei harbor.
A view of the lagoon of Pohnpei Island, Micronesia, with the outer reef in the foreground.
The entrance channel to Pohnpei harbor in Micronesia, with Paipalap Peak (Sokehs Rock) in the background.
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