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Guam

Oceania · Micronesia

Capital
Hagåtña
Population
165.8K
Area
549 km²
Region
Micronesia
Languages
Chamorro, English, Spanish
Currency
United States dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

Guam
Oceania · Micronesia
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ContinentOceania · Micronesia
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Guam is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Joaquin Phoenix

actor

He is an Academy Award-winning actor who was born in Guam.

Local Delicacy

Kelaguen

A Chamorro dish of chopped meat or seafood seasoned with lemon, onion, and chili.

National Symbols

National animalCarabao
National birdGuam rail

Famous Landmark & Geography

Two Lovers Point, a famous landmark of Guam

Two Lovers Point

This dramatic coastal cliff is Guam's most famous scenic viewpoint.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropCoconuts

Coconuts are a traditional multipurpose crop on Guam and remain common in local agroforestry and household production.

Most grown fruitBreadfruit

Breadfruit is one of Guam's most iconic local fruits and a longstanding staple in Chamorro food culture.

Major Cities

Dededo Yigo Tamuning Mangilao Hagatna

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mount Lamlam406 m

Major Airports

Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport · Guam
IATA GUMICAO PGUM

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Guitar

Guitar is the most common accompaniment instrument in Chamorro song, serenades and island popular music.

2
Ukulele

Ukulele is widely used in Guam's Pacific island music culture and informal community performance.

3
Drum kit

The drum kit underpins Guam's popular bands playing rock, reggae and island music.

4
Keyboard

Keyboard is common in church music, hotel entertainment and local pop groups on Guam.

5
Electric bass

Electric bass supplies the groove in Guam's live bands across island, pop and reggae styles.

Major Rivers

Pago River Talofofo River Ylig River Ugum River