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Lae has evolved into one of the most beautiful Tourist Destinations in Papua New Guinea. Lae is located on the Huon Gulf on the north coast of Papua New Guinea close to the mouth of the Markham River. It is the second largest city of Papua New Guinea and the capital of the Morobe province. Lae is situated at the start of the Highlands Highway which is the main land transport corridor from the Highlands region to the coast. It is also the largest cargo port of the country and considered as the industrial capital of Papua New Guinea.

History of Lae has it that it was a strategic base for the Japanese during the World War II. The graves of thousands of allied soldiers who sacrificed their lives in battle, can be visited at the Lae War Cemetery which is situated within the grounds of Lae's botanical gardens. Coming to Lae, the first thing you can do is to take a tour through the gardens which will provide you with a glimpse of life in the rainforest. The Rainforest Habitat is spread across a total area of over 3,000 square meters.

Huge trees covered in vines and creepers are home to hundreds of species of brightly colored birds and lizards. The variety of exotic orchids is sure to amaze you. Currently, the Rainforest Habitat has been purpose built to create a display of some 15,000 native and exotic plants and 21 species of birds. You will find here the magnificent Raggiana Bird of Paradise apart from crocodiles, lizards, butterflies, turtles and several species of frogs and fish.

Lae, being a town from the gold rush era, was the last stop for American aviator, Amelia Earhardt. You will find here relics preserved in many sites from the occupation of the Japanese during the Second World War. You can also take a tour of the surrounding Morobe Province which is the gateway to the Highlands and the Islands in the Huon Gulf. With dense rainforests, pine trees, volcanoes, fertile valleys, remnants of WW2 artillery and cattle farms, it is a beautiful region. The hinterland and coast of Morobe Province is excellent for sightseeing. It is famous for its flora and fauna and numerous walking tracks, particularly near the Wau and Bulolo areas.

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