13 Hauntingly Beautiful Shipwrecks You Can Still Explore Safely

7. Fujikawa Maru, Chuuk Lagoon, Micronesia

The forward gun of the Fujikawa Maru. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @montereydiver

Part of the legendary WWII "Ghost Fleet," the Fujikawa Maru was a Japanese armed aircraft ferry sunk during Operation Hailstone in 1944. Sitting upright in roughly 15-35 metres, it's famed for the disassembled Zero fighter planes still visible in its forward hold. The engine room is impressive, and colourful corals adorn its superstructure. The juxtaposition of war machinery with vibrant marine life creates a poignant and visually stunning dive, offering a tangible connection to Pacific War history in this underwater graveyard.

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