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Salamaua

Papua New Guinea

Salamaua (Samoahafen) was a small town situated on the northeastern coastline of Papua New Guinea, in Salamaua Rural LLG, Morobe province. The settlement was built on a minor isthmus between the coast with mountains on the inland side and a headland. The closest city is Lae, which can be reached only via boat across the gulf. It was the site of military engagements during the Second World War.

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Other peninsulas in Papua New Guinea