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May 20, 2021 · But Guam is not only about “standard” tourism attractions. It has a lot more to show and feel. In Guam, you can find ancient rock art pieces and traditional dwellings. There also are the “prints” of the Spanish reign and many places to remind of World War II.
Today, Guam has a diverse population that enjoys a rich, multicultural, modern and urban lifestyle, yet continues to carry the indigenous spirit, language and culture of its people. For a small country, Guam is jam-packed with history. Learn all about the Chamorro history, here.
The culture of the Marianas Islands, including Tinian, Saipan, Rota, and Guam, reflects traditional Chamorro customs in a combination of indigenous pre-Hispanic forms, as well as American, Filipino, Spanish and Mexican traditions.
Aug 15, 2017 · A clan-based society arose by 800 A.D. that included villages characterized by impressive latte houses, one-story houses set atop rows of two-piece stone columns; these were still in use as late as...
Guamanians celebrate Feast of the Immaculate Conception each Dec. 8, Catholics turn out by the thousands in Hagåtna to honor her in a procession around the island's capital. She is one of the most important icons in Guam's history, religious or otherwise. There are multiple versions of the legends that explain her origin:
Nov 25, 2023 · From birth to death. In CHamoru society, events that celebrate life from beginning to end are interwoven into the traditions of the Catholic Church, and are celebrated to demonstrate faith and love in God, and belief in the unity and strength of the family.
Feb 26, 2024 · Advertisement. The rich tapestry of Chamorro culture is central to Guam’s identity, which traces its origins to ancient seafarers who navigated the Pacific Ocean in outrigger canoes.
