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Palikir
Palikir (in north-western side) within the island of Pohnpei
Palikir (in north-western side)
within the island of Pohnpei
CountryFederated States of Micronesia FS Micronesia
StatePohnpei State Pohnpei
MunicipalitySokehs
Government
 • Mayor?
Population
 (2011)
 • Total4,645
Time zoneUTC+11

Palikir (/[invalid input: 'icon']ˈpælɪkər/) is an urban area which serves as the capital of the Federated States of Micronesia [1] since Nov. 1989, when it replaced Kolonia, the other large settlement on the island. It has a population of 4,645 and is located on the island of Pohnpei. It is part of the municipality of Sokehs.