Homeland

Homeland of the Chamorros

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Guam from satellite
From Wikipedia-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Guam_ali_2011364_lrg.jpg

Guam is the southernmost island in the Mariana island chain and is the largest island in Micronesia. The island of Guam is 30 miles long and 4 to 12 miles wide. The island experiences occasional earthquakes due to its location on the western edge of the Pacific Plate.
The capital and major cultural center of Guam is Agana, called by the Chamorros Hagatna.
Guam has an area of 212 sq miles making it the largest island of the Northern Mariana Islands.
The highest point in Guam is Mount Lamlam at an elevation of 1,332 feet.

Two Lovers Point
http://www.guam.net.tw/?p=329

Guam is a volcanic island of origin, and there are many beautiful coral reefs surrounding it. The diverse landscape of Guam consists of coastal cliffs, coastal plains, mountains and hills. The hidden treasures of the island, including jungles and waterfalls, are best explored by hiking. The cliffside at Two Lovers Point is one of the major attractions on Guam. Located in Northern Guam, the Two Lovers Point has two lookout points with breathtaking views over the Philippine Sea and the Tumon Bay. In Ritidian Point National Park you can admire the unique wildlife of Guam.

 

Guam's Tumon Bay
http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/mystate/guam.html

The climate of Guam is characterized as tropical marine moderated by seasonal northeast trade wind. Average temperature range from high 86 F to low 76 F with an average annual rainfall of 96 inches.The dry season runs from December to June and the rainy season is constitute from  July to November. The months January and February are considered the coolest months of the year with overnight low temperatures 70-75 F.

Mount Lamlam
http://goteamlewis.wordpress.com/
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coastal cliffs
http://www.loran-history.info/guam/guam.htm