This map is waterproof and tear-resistant, highly durable in the tropical climate of South Pacific. It is double-sided to provide the best balance between an excellent scale and a convenient sheet size (size 66 x 47 cm / 26 x 18.5 in), with topographic and tourist information.
SIDE ONE shows the island of Guam at scale 1:94 000, based on the USGS digital data. Guam's highways and towns are all superbly mapped out for finding your way around this island. The major towns shown are Agana (Hagatna, in the native Chamorro), Tamuning, Tumon Dededo, Yigo, Barrigada, Maite, Mong Mong, Toto, Agana Heights, Sinajana, Ordot, Asan, Piti,Tiyan (A.B. Wonpat International Airport area), Chalan Pago, Mangilao (University of Guam site), Yona, Talofofo, Inarajan, Merizo, Umatac, Agat, and Santa Rita. Guam rivers, streams, bodies of water and waterfalls are shown in accurate detail. Favorite spots to visit are also shown with detailed descriptions. Added is a gallery of dozens of colourful fish and other reef creatures.
SIDE TWO presents an overview map of Micronesia with enlargements of selected islands: Yap, Tinian, Saipan, Rota, Kosrae, Pohnpei, Majuro and Arno atolls, Truk Islands and Palau Islands. This side also includes a detailed map of Guam's coast from Apra Harbor at scale 1:40,000 to Tumon Bay at 1:25,000, including the international airport. The heart of Guam's capital Hagatna is presented in a special inset that clearly shows the "Hagatna Heritage Walking Trail" past 17 historical sites.
The US Territory of Guam is the hub of Micronesia. Most visitors, divers and other explorers who travel to Micronesia enter via Guam. Many do not realize that Guam is itself a fantastic visitor destination. Micronesia is among some of the world's most serene and beautiful Edens.
Country | USA |
Manufacturer | Franko Maps |
Binding | Map |
Format | Folded Map |
EANs | 9780706524826 |
ReleaseDate | 0000-00-00 |