Tumon
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| Tumon Tomhom | |
|---|---|
| General Information | |
| Population: | 2,000 |
| Ethnic Groups: | Asian, Chamorro, American |
Tumon is an area located on the west coast of the American Island of Guam. Located in the municipality of Tamuning, it is the center of Guam's tourist industry.
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History of Tumon
When Spanish first arrived to Guam in 1668, Tumon was one of the most prominent villages. The first missionary to Guam, Padre San Vitores was killed in Tumon by Mata'pang, a village chief, after the priest had baptised the chief's daughter without permission. A park and statue mark the site of San Vitores death. The main road through Tumon is also named after the priest who brought Christianity to the island.Today, dozens of hotels in addition to shopping centers, water parks, night clubs, and other attractions can be found along the sandy beaches of Tumon Bay. The Bay was recently made a marine preserve. Tumon is served by Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport in Tamuning.
Politics
As the center of Guam's tourist industry, issues concerning Tumon often lead to political debates. One reccuring debate concerns whether adult entertainment businesses should remain in the area. Another recurring issue involves propositions to legalize gambling on Guam which would lead to casinos in the area. Due to the area's economic importance, extensive public works projects often take place in Tumon leading some politicians to be both applauded and critisized for the disproportionate funding given to the region. Tumon is part of the municipality of Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon which is governed by an elected mayor.Government
With over 5 million dollars in road repair and a multi-million dollar city upgrade this city is growing economically and physically.Transportation and Communication
Tumon has the largest taxi service on Guam. Tumon has the Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport right above the city.Economy
Brining in over $20,000 a day with tourists flocking in at designers stores such as Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Coach, Prada, Cartier and more.Shopping
Tumon has over 5 malls including Guam International Mall, The Plaza, DFS Galleria, Tumon Stands Plaza, JP Superstore. Every hotel in Tumon has botiques.Activities
The beaches in Tumon are all preserves and people cannot catch fish. Over 1000 tourists flock the beaches to enjoy the clear water and enjoy a day full of activities. You can go shopping in one of Tumon's shopping centers, go to the largest tunnel aquarium in the world. You could also try the daring sling shop which shoots a person up into the air in all ball that is attached to wire that will shoot you up and bring you back down. You can go see the Magic on Ice Show at the Sand Castle, or you could go and enjoy many Guam shows.Night Life and Entertainment
Tumon can be exciting during the day and even more exciting at the night for adults. Just like famous New York City, Tumon also has dance clubs, strip clubs and many more kinds. The biggest dancing club on Guam is located in Tumon, called the Globe.Economy
See also
External links and references
- [Guam Visitors Bureau]
- [Map of Tumon]
- Rogers, Robert F (1995). Destiny's Landfall: A History of Guam: University of Hawai'i Press. ISBN 0-8248-1678-1
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