The Moqua Well is a small underground lake in Yaren, Nauru.
History During World War II, the Moqua Well was the primary source of drinking water for inhabitants of Nauru."Moqua Caves and Moqua Well", Gatis Pāvils, 30 October 2011. It is for this reason that the body of water is referred to as a well instead of a lake."Nauru – Attractions", iExplore.
In 2001, Nauruan authorities decided to put up a fence to prevent accidents, after an alcohol-related drowning in the same year.
Location
The well is located below the Yaren. The Moqua Well is not well known, one of few Tourist attractions in Nauru. Nearby are the Moqua Caves, a series of caves below Yaren.
Linguistic disambiguation
The name of the well 'Moqua' (sometimes referred to as 'Makwa') is derived from the former name by which Yaren was known.
References
See also Yaren district#Main sights Nauru Hydrography