There are several small islands off the coast of Guam, most of which are within the reef barrier. The most notable of these is Cocos Island. All the other islands are much smaller than Cocos Island and uninhabitable, but they make for great dive spots to see the tropical fish of Guam. Похожие записи: Guam […]
Guam Information
For over three hundred years, Guam was ruled by Spain until 1898 when Guam was ceded to the United States. Captured by the Japanese in 1941, the island was retaken by the U.S. three years later. Guam has become strategically the most important U.S. base in the Pacific.
Guam History
On March 6, 1521 Ferdinand Magellan landed on Guam marking the first European contact and the beginning of the island’s recorded history. Soon thereafter, Guam became the place for Spanish galleons to replenish their supplies of food and water during its annual voyages from Mexico to the Philippines. Missionaries and soldiers arrived in the 1600s establishing Guam as a colony for the king of Spain. Hence, the island’s predominantly Catholic community, culture, architectures, family names with strong Spanish influence.
Guam Population
The estimated population of 2004 was 166,090. Chamorros represent the largest ethnic group of the island at 37% with the Filipinos accounting for 26% and Caucasians at 14%. The remainder of Guam’s population accounting for 27% includes Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and other Pacific Islanders.
Guam Economy
Prior to World War II, the majority of the island’s residents were involved in agriculture primarily on a subsistence basis. After the war, the U.S. Department of Defense established military bases on the island, opening up multitude of jobs in construction and services for base operations. Today, while Guam’s economy still relys heavily on the U.S. military spending, the island’s tourism industry has grown rapidly, creating more job opportunities for its people. More than a million tourists visit Guam each year, making it the leading industry of the island today.
Guam Industries
-US Military
-Transhipment Services
-Tourism -Concrete Products
-Construction -Printing and Publishing
-Food Processing and Textiles
Guam Federal and Local Holidays
The national and local holidays observed on Guam are New Years, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, President’s Day, Guam Discovery, Good Friday, Memorial Day, U.S. Independence Day, Guam Liberation Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Feast of Immaculate Concepcion, and Christmas Day.
Guam Pictures and Photos
Experience the beauty of Guam that awaits you when visiting our island. Below you will find a large collection of Guam pictures for popular destinations, beaches, historical sights, and sight-seeing attractions. Похожие записи: Guam Events Guam history Guam Time Capital of Guam Guam Islands
Guam Waterfalls
Cetti Falls Fintasa Falls Imong Falls Inarajan Falls Malojloj Falls Sella Falls Sigua Falls Talofofo Falls Park Tarzan Falls Похожие записи: Guam Bays Guam Events Guam Villages
Guam Bays
Tumon Bay Hagatna Bay Umatac Bay Talofofo Bay Sella Bay Achang Bay Aga Bay Agfayan Bay Togcha Bay Ajayan Bay Bile Bay Cetti Bay Fu’a Bay Inarajan Bay Nomna Bay Pago Bay Pauliluc Bay Sasa Bay Toguan Bay Ylig Bay Похожие записи: Guam Villages Guam Waterfalls Guam Events Capital of Guam
Guam Villages
Agana Heights Agat Asan Barrigada Chalan Pago Dededo Guam Main Facility Hagatna Inarajan Maina Maite Mangilao Merizo Mongmong Ordot Piti Santa Rita Sinajana Talofofo Tamuning Toto Umatac Yigo Yona Tumon Похожие записи: Guam Events Guam Bays Capital of Guam Guam Waterfalls
Guam Seal
Picture of the Guam seal above. The Guam seal has a red oval-shaped border surrounding an image of a coconut tree, proa or sailing canoe, and in the background Two Lovers Point. Похожие записи: Guam Flag Guam Events
Capital of Guam
Hagatna Guam Hagatna is the capital of Guam. It is located in the center of the island and is part of the Kattan (Eastern) District. The village’s name comes from the word ‘haga’, which means blood. This village was established by families and relatives with shared bloodlines. The Spaniards designated Hagatna as the island’s capital, […]
Guam Flag
Image of the Guam flag above. Guam’s Flag was designed by Mrs. Helen L. Paul, the wife of a US Naval Officer, in 1917. The Guam flag, officially adopted that same year, is deep blue with a red border, and features an oval representing an ancient Chamorro slingstone, a proa or sailing canoe, and a […]
Guam Events
Do you know of a monthly or annual event on Guam which isn’t listed on this page? Send us an email with the event name, description, and when it takes place; and we will list it on our Guam events page. January Guam Events JANUARY EVENTS New Year on Guam February Guam Events FEBRUARY EVENTS […]
Guam weather
Guam has a generally favorable tropical climate throughout the year due to its geographical location. The island experiences two major seasons: the dry season, which lasts from December to June, and the wet or rainy season, which follows. Temperatures typically range from the 70s to 90s throughout the year, with the warmest months being May […]