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Latte Stone Park – One of the pieces of ancient Chamorro culture that has survived as an intricate part of Guam’s heritage is Latte Stones. These are stone pillars found only in that particular part of the world, symbols of Guam and the other Marianas Islands. Usually these pillars were designed with a coral limestone column for the Chamorro houses as well as a capstone. Ancient Chamorros would bury treasures like wealth and canoes beneath their latte stones, and the stones themselves were treated with absolute respect (no one would even touch them!). Important points in Guamanian history and eras were also tied to Latte Stones. Today, Latte Stones and their replicas, representing ancient Chamorro’s cultural affects on Guam, can be seen throughout that island and the Marianas. Eight Latte Stones originally from Me’pu can be found in Latte Stone Park in central Agana.

Two Lovers Point – This small park and observatory honors the legend of two lovers, separated by their respective Spanish and Chamorro births, who plunged off a cliff and to their deaths to prevent having to be separated. Lovers Point Park offers not only the legend to its visitors but also incredible views of the cliff and Tumon Bay.

War in the Pacific National Historic Park – There are six units that make up the WAPA including Asan Beach (one of the major American landing points in 1944), Asan Village, Piti, Mount Chacho, Alifan, and Agat. At this memorial, visitors can observe guns, caves, and other incredible Japanese relics as well as celebrate the bravery of those who campaigned in the Pacific Theater of World War II. There are also many incredible views of Guam throughout the park.

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