Nan Madol was the ceremonial and political seat of the Saudeleur Dynasty, which united Pohnpei’s estimated 25,000 people until about 1628. Set apart between the main island of Pohnpei and Temwen Island, it was a scene of human activity as early as the first or second century A.D. By the 8th or 9th century, islet … Continue reading Nan Madol, East Site of Temwen Island, Temwen Island