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Discover Napakiak: A Hidden Gem in Yukon, Canada

Napakiak is a village in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Yukon, Canada. It is located on the north bank of the Koyukuk River and is accessible only by air or river. The village has a population of around 100 people and is home to the Napa Cultural Centre, which preserves and promotes the traditions and culture of the Athabascan people.

Napakiak is known for its traditional subsistence lifestyle, where residents hunt and fish to provide food for their families. The village is also home to several historical sites, including the remains of a former mission and a cemetery.

The name "Napakiak" comes from the Athabascan language and means "people of the flat river." The village has been inhabited for thousands of years and is an important part of the history and culture of the Athabascan people.

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