concept   geographic point
culture   Pacific Islands
statement   Traditional navigation in the Pacific Islands is based on using natural landmarks and celestial cues rather than standardized coordinates.
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1 geographic coordinates Pacific Island countries Less commonly used due to traditional knowledge of local geography 1
2 geographic point Pacific Island countries Geographic points are often described in relation to the surrounding ocean currents and island formations. 1
3 geographic point Pacific Islands Geographic points may be referenced using specific natural landmarks or indigenous knowledge rather than standardized coordinates. 1
4 geographic point Pacific islands Wayfinding using stars and natural landmarks is important for identifying geographic points. 1
5 latitude and longitude Pacific Island countries Traditional navigation methods, such as using stars and natural landmarks, are valued over latitude and longitude coordinates. 1
6 longitude Pacific Island cultures Longitude doesn't hold as much significance for navigation due to traditional wayfinding techniques based on stars, currents, and other natural cues. 1
7 longitude Pacific island nations Longitude is not commonly used for traditional navigation methods, which rely on other natural markers and celestial cues. 1