maps of guam

Guam is located in the Western Pacific Ocean and it is an unincorporated territory of the United States. Guam maps an area of around 514 square kilometers. The capital of the country is Hagatna and the largest village on the island is Dededo. The official language is English and Chamoru.

The ethnic composition is dominated by Chamorro followed by the Filipino. The governor appointed by the head of the state of America is the head of the government there. The maps of Guam prove the fact that it is the biggest island in Micronesia and the only one which is owned by the United States of America in this region.

The Guam islands have also been a witness to the Second World War when the Japanese had captured this island. The climate of the island is tropical marine climate with the days being hot and humid. The main religion on the island is Roman Catholicism.

The economy of the island depends mainly on tourism and is the moving factor in its economy. The islands have a number of small businesses and are totally tax free. Most of the tourists are from Japan and Asia. The travel maps of Guam will take you to places like Tumon which is the major tourist hub.