Umatac

Overview

Introduction

A photographer's delight, Umatac, with its colorful cemetery and well-kept old Catholic church, is the best place to look for traditional Guam. Pottery shards suggest that Umatac has been settled for nearly 3,000 years. Visit the monument that marks the spot where Magellan landed in 1521, on the first voyage round the world. Also tour restored Spanish Fort Nuestra Senora de la Soledad. Hikers will want to head north along the Southern Coastline Trail at Sella Bay. The trail affords a pleasant walk of less than two hours. Take plenty of water. 20 mi/30 km southwest of Hagatna.

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