Everything you need to know about Guam: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Guam: Caribbean Overseas Island of U.S.
Presently, Guam is the territory of U.S but its history comprises of various invasions. The first invaders came from the western countries around 1521 followed by the Spanish invaders in 1565 that colonized Guam in the year 1668 particularly for easy facilitation of trade between Mexico and Philippines. Also, during the World War II, Japan invaded it owing to its strategic position. And again in the year 1944 it got annexed, this time by U.S forces. Now it is governed by 15-member legislature including U.S. representatives. Guam is divided into 19 villages and its economy is primarily derived through tourism.
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Guam Geography, Climate and Economy :
The Terrain of Guam is largely of volcanic origin circumscribed by coral reefs. It also comprises of low-lying plateaus made of limestone, which is also a resource for fresh water. In the northern region it consists of steep coastal cliffs that are narrower in size, while the central part consists of low rising hills along with a mountainous southern part.The climate of Guam is basically Tropical and Marine. Usually the climate remains warm and humid along with the blowing of northeast trade winds that moderate the extreme temperature. From the months of January to June there is a dry season followed by the rainy season in the months of July to December. However, the temperature varies seasonally.
Guam's economy is largely dependent on Tourism consisting of aquatic wildlife and fishing which is not very developed. Other than this, the economy is largely derived from U.S military expenses. Guam imports food and industrial goods from U.S, which accounts to 75% of its total imports.
Culture and Cuisine of Guam:
The indigenous culture of Guam consists of traditional dances, music, cuisine and artistic artworks having Spanish influences. The native music comprises of Chamorro chants and a Chamorro poetry called Kantan Chamorrita along with the musical instrument called belembaotuyan. Besides this, the cultural heritage of Guam is depicted through its rich architecture, which upholds the remnants of its past colonial history.
The Guamian cuisine bears striking similarity to Philippines as both were once colonized by Spain. The common dishes include red rice, with achiote and onions. One of the popular native dish is chicken kelaguen along with shrimp fritters, lumpia and pancit. Latiya, is one of the popular Guamian dessert garnished with cinnamon on the top.Guam Tourist Attractions :
Guam offers a plethora of tourist sites besides various entertainments like water sports on the islands including scuba diving, yachting or surfing. Hagatna, the capital city of Guam incorporates the remnants of Spanish influences in the form of building remains. Also it comprises of Plaza De Espana and the old stone bridges. The homes and villages in the southern part of Guam depict the intricate architectural designs having Spanish influences.
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Washington, April 27 (ANI): The United States and Japan have signed a deal to move thousands of US Marines from the Okinawa Island in Japan.
Tokyo, April 27 (IANS) The US will move 9,000 Marines out of Japan's southern Okinawa to Guam, Hawaii and other locations in the Asia-Pacific region, said a joint statement agreed by Tokyo and Washington Friday.
London, Mar 26 (ANI): James Cameron added another feather in his cap as he became the first solo diver to reach seven miles below the ocean's surface - the deepest point on Earth.
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Los Angeles, March 26 (IANS) "Titanic" and "Avatar" director James Cameron succeeded in reaching the depth of the Mariana Trench Sunday, becoming the first person in the world to complete the feat in a solo dive.
London, March 22 (ANI): James Cameron is heading to the bottom of the Mariana Trench in person armed with hi-tech 3D cameras and lights.
London, March 22 (ANI): James Cameron is heading to the bottom of the Mariana Trench in person armed with hi-tech 3D cameras and lights.
Washington, Mar 11(ANI): Rick Santorum won the Kansas Republican presidential caucuses, marking his strongest caucus finish but he is still struggling to make a mark in Mitt Romney's delegate lead for the White House race.
Washington, Mar 11(ANI): Rick Santorum won the Kansas Republican presidential caucuses, marking his strongest caucus finish but he is still struggling to make a mark in Mitt Romney's delegate lead for the White House race.
London, Mar 9 (ANI): James Cameron is up against bids by three other ocean submersibles, including ones backed by Google's Eric Schmidt and Virgin tycoon Richard Branson, to reach an area called Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench near Guam in the Western Pacific.
London, Mar 9 (ANI): James Cameron is up against bids by three other ocean submersibles, including ones backed by Google's Eric Schmidt and Virgin tycoon Richard Branson, to reach an area called Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench near Guam in the Western Pacific.
London, Feb 24 (ANI): James Cameron is up against bids by three other ocean submersibles, including ones backed by Google's Eric Schmidt and Virgin tycoon Richard Branson, to reach an area called Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench near Guam in the Western Pacific.
London, Feb 24 (ANI): James Cameron is up against bids by three other ocean submersibles, including ones backed by Google's Eric Schmidt and Virgin tycoon Richard Branson, to reach an area called Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench near Guam in the Western Pacific.
Manila, Jan.26 (ANI): The Philippines is in talks with the Obama administration about expanding American military presence in the island nation, the latest in a series of strategic moves aimed at countering China's expanding presence in the region.
