Bundesstaat Pohnpei

Pohnpei is home to Nan Madol, the remarkable stone ruins of a Micronesian civilization. They are linked to the Saudeleur period, which lasted from around 1100 to about 1628. It was followed by the era of the Nahnmwarki,…

The pre-colonial history of Pohnpei is divided into three stages: Mwehin Kawa or Mwehin Aramas (c. 1100); Mwehin Sau Deleur (from c. 1100 to c. 1628); and Mwehin Nahnmwarki (from c. 1628 to c. 1885). In Pohnpei there ar…

Pohnpei State (), officially simply Pohnpei, is one of the four states of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Its capital is Kolonia. With a land area of 346 km2 (134 sq mi), it is the largest state.

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Pohnpei State: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggestion…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Pohnpei State when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share your…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Pohnpei State? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Gjirokastër County and tell us briefly where you took it!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Gjirokastër County would you like to share this week? We look forward to your …