Rota Island
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2023-09-28 14:37:42
Rota Island
Rota Island
Commonwealth City of the Northern Mariana Islands
Rota Island, formerly known as Sarpan Island, is an island in the southern part of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in the western Pacific Ocean.
Rota Island is located between Guam and the capital city of Saipan, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. It is the third largest island in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and takes 30 minutes to fly from Saipan， sports fitness .
Coconut and sugarcane are produced, and there is an airport. Originally a sugar production center, there is now Rota International Airport. The Mariana people on the island still maintain the Chamorro cultural tradition.
geographical environment
Located at latitude 14 ° 10 'north and longitude 145 ° 15' east, with a land area of 85 square kilometers, it is a volcanic island with a distance of about 30 minutes to the northeast from Saipan Island and about 20 minutes to the southwest from Guam.
Rota Island is a southern island in the Mariana Islands in the Western Pacific Ocean, located between Saipan and Guam. It flies over Saipan for about half an hour and is known as the "uncut gem of Mariana.
Scenic Area Location
Rota is known as the 'uncut gemstone of Mariana', preserving the most primitive natural beauty and wild forms here. There are thousands of seabirds nesting here in the Sagua'gaga Seabird Conservation Area. Climbing onto the high cliff and looking down, the birds either freely fly in the woods or gently inhabit their nests, chirping endlessly but not making any noise, like a unique paradise. The residents here are more hospitable and friendly, and during the annual grand celebration of the guardian god of Rota, tourists will celebrate the festival with the local islanders in a lively manner. At that time, it will be a truly delicious journey!
To the north of Rota Island is the famous swimming hole. To the north of Rota Island Airport is the Taga Stone Quarry, where tourists can discover how the ancient Chamorro people cut limestone into giant Lati stones.
At the Taisacana's Botanical&Nature Trail, visitors can see many local plants and experience local culture. The Rota Cave Museum is located inside a huge limestone cave, showcasing many local artworks. The Tanga Cave in the village is a huge natural cave filled with stalagmites, stalactites, tunnels, and small caves.
Along the beautiful Sasanhaya Bay, tourists can see the magnificent Mt. Tapingot and two well preserved Japanese cannons. The waters near Rota Island are quite good fishing grounds, where anglers can pass the time. For those who love golf, Rota's golf balls will satisfy your desire to swing!
