Papua New Guinea Etymology

Etymology of Papua New Guinea: The country was named in the 19th century the word "Papua" is derived from a Malay word describing the frizzy Melanesian hair, and "New Guinea" (Nueva Guinea) was the name coined by the Spanish explorer Yñigo Ortiz de Retez

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What is Papua New Guinea known for?

Papua New Guinea is known for snorkeling, global biodiversity, and marine life

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