Eastern Highlands Province
Coordinates: 6°30′S 145°40′E / 6.5°S 145.667°E / -6.5; 145.667
| Eastern Highlands | ||
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| Country | Papua New Guinea | |
| Capital | Goroka | |
| Government | ||
| • Governor | Julie Soso (2012-) | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4,300 sq mi (11,200 km2) | |
| Population (2000) | ||
| • Total | 432,972 | |
| • Density | 100/sq mi (39/km2) | |
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10) | |
Eastern Highlands is a highlands province of Papua New Guinea. The provincial capital is Goroka. The province covers an area of 11,200 km², and has a population of 432,972 (2000 census). The province shares a common administrative boundary with Madang, Morobe and Gulf and Simbu Provinces. The province is the home of the Asaro mud mask that is displayed at shows and festivals within the province and in the country. It is reachable by air and road transport.
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