Overview of the American Northern Mariana Islands

The Northern Mariana Islands (Mariana) were known as the Ladrone Islands until the early 20th century), 15 Yushan islands in the North Pacific; the seamounts extending from around Japan, and the Mariana Islands are located at the tip of the seamounts; the northernmost Mariana Islands reach Guam, with a total length of 1565 miles and a total area of 396 square miles. Guam belongs to U.S. territory, and the rest of the islands are called the Northern Mariana Islands. In November 1986, the United States recognized that the Northern Mariana Islands had received U.S. envoys and residents had received U.S. citizenship. It is located in the tropical waters of the Western Pacific Ocean and is affiliated to the United States. It consists of 14 coral islands including Saipan, Tinian and Rota. Saipan is the capital of the Northern Mariana Federation and the largest island in the archipelago. It is the center of politics, economy, culture and commerce. However, the island still maintains its original flavor. Tinian and Rota are the perfect place to get rid of the pressure of life and enjoy leisure life wholeheartedly.

It has a pleasant climate, vast sandy beaches, beautiful coasts, transparent lakes, beautiful blue coral reefs, tropical rainforests and various rare animals and plants... All of these are given by nature, unique and unman-made The beautiful scenery makes Mariana known as the "shining pearl" in the Pacific Ocean and the "New Cape Paradise of the Western Pacific", and also makes it an ideal place for us to enjoy a healthy vacation. But all this alone is not enough to make it the ultimate vacation paradise. The rich and simple cultural environment of the Northern Mariana Islands, the dazzling sea games, land expeditions, night activities and food shows around the world, together with its natural and beautiful island style, truly make it a series of pearls scattered in the Pacific Ocean.

It was inhabited 3500 years ago. Magellan of Portugal discovered the Mariana Islands in 1521. It was occupied by Spain in 1565. In 1668, priests from the Catholic Jesuit Order came here to promote Catholicism and named the islands after Marianne, Queen Regent of Spain. It was occupied by Japan after the end of World War I and has since become an important military base for Japan. Until the end of World War II, the United Nations handed over the Northern Mariana Islands to the United States in 1947. In 1990, the United Nations Security Council ended the trusteeship status of the Northern Mariana Islands and officially became a federal territory of the United States, enjoying full U.S. citizenship.

Now, the residents of the island are like pure angels, enjoying the sunshine to their fullest. Here, you can experience the leisurely and friendly living atmosphere, the hospitable local customs, and the gorgeous sunset of Micronesia; all of this will be unforgettable for you.

Population: 80006 people in 2003). 128.8 people per square kilometer; annual growth rate of 2.3%. The birth rate is 2.6%. The majority of the Micronesian species, and a few are Hispanics, Germans and Japanese. The official languages are English, Chamorro, and Caroline. The residents are mainly Roman Catholic. The average life expectancy is 76.16 years, and the 15 - 64 age group accounts for 74.8% of the total population. Immigrant population accounted for 1.6% of the total population in 2003).

Capital: Saipan is the capital of the Northern Mariana Federation and the largest island in the archipelago. It is the center of politics, economy, culture and commerce. Despite this, the island still maintains its original flavor.

Geographical location: The Mariana Islands, formed by volcanic eruptions, are located about 2000 kilometers south of Tokyo, 2200 kilometers east of Manila, 5100 kilometers west of Honolulu, and 4600 kilometers north of Sydney. It is located in the northern part of the Mariana Islands in the Western Pacific, 5300 kilometers away from Honolulu to the west and 2400 kilometers away from Tokyo, Japan. The Northern Mariana Islands are composed of 14 tropical islands that meander for more than 600 kilometers in the western Pacific. Next to them are the world-famous Mariana Trench, which is the deepest known ocean in the world. The depth is 10,914.8 meters. It stretches 543 kilometers from north to south, and 6 of them are inhabited, mainly on the three large islands of Saipan, Rota and Tinian. Saipan is the largest, with a population of 38896. Agri Khan Island is the tallest, 3166 feet. The nine northern islands have frequent volcanic activity, several of which are active.

Climate: The Northern Mariana Islands have the most stable climate in the world, with abundant sunshine, fresh air and blue sea throughout the year. The average sea temperature is 27.8 degrees Celsius. Tropical marine climate, the temperature is high and does not change much, with an average annual temperature of 27℃. Temperatures from June to November are between 24℃ and 30 ℃; December to May are cooler and drier. The average annual precipitation is 2,120 mm. The average humidity is 79%.

History: It was inhabited 3500 years ago. The island was first discovered by Portugal navigator Magellan in 1521. It was named the "Stingsail Island" after ships used by local indigenous people. It was occupied by Spain in 1565. The Mariana Islands were named Queen Mariana in memory of King Philip IV of Spain. During the Spanish-American War in 1898, the United States occupied Guam. At this time, Spain's national strength was already weakened, so it decided to sell the remaining islands of the Mariana Islands, the Caroline Islands and the Marshall Islands for US $4 million. The United States believed that these islands were not worth US $4 million, so it did not buy them, but were bought by Germany. During World War I, Japan took all these islands for its own under the name of "mandated territories." It occupied Guam on December 10, 1941, three days after the outbreak of the Pacific War. It was captured by the US military in 1944 during World War II. Until 1975, the islands were officially named the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana and became part of the U.S. political system.

The United Nations handed over the Northern Mariana Islands to the United States in 1947. The islands negotiated their future political status with the United States in 1972. In 1975, the Treaty on the Establishment of a Political Union between the Northern Mariana Islands and the United States of America was signed with the United States, and the treaty was adopted by referendum in June of the same year. According to the treaty, Northern Mariana was politically merged with the United States and enjoyed inevitable internal autonomy. The United States was responsible for national defense. 1978 The first democratically elected governor and the first government took office. In November 1986, the United States announced that Northern Mariana had obtained federal status of the United States, and that residents of the World Customs Network would obtain U.S. citizenship. In December 1990, the United Nations Security Council passed a resolution to terminate the Trusteeship Agreement for some of the Pacific Trust Territory, ending the trusteeship status of the Northern Mariana Islands. The Northern Mariana Islands officially became a federal territory of the United States, using the American flag.

Since January 1, 1978, the Northern Mariana Islands implemented a Constitution. Implement the separation of executive, legislative and judicial powers. The head of state is the President of the United States, with a universally elected governor and lieutenant governor presiding over the government, and representatives in Washington are elected.

The Territorial Council is the territorial authority and consists of 41 members elected by the Islands for a five-year term. Parliament has legislative power and is divided into the Senate and Senate. The House of Representatives has 9 and 18 members each with a two-year term.

Economy: Agriculture and fishery are mainly small farms, mainly producing coffee, cocoa beans, fruits and tobacco. Fishery resources are abundant, with a catch of 135 tons in 1993. Tourism is its main source of foreign exchange earnings. In fiscal 1994, tourism revenue reached US$554 million, providing more than 4000 jobs. In 1995, it received 676,000 tourists, more than two-thirds of whom came from Japan.

Culture: The Northern Mariana Islands have multiple Chamorro and Carolingian cultural and traditional festivals every year. Local residents and tourists love to celebrate with songs, dances, local handicrafts and food. The annual "Flame Tree Art Festival" displays representative works and traditional dance performances by artists from all over Micronesia. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of dance and cultural performances at the hotel and at dinner.

Every village in the Northern Mariana Islands has an annual festival celebrating their patron saint. The most famous of these is the San Jose Fiesta Festival held in Tianning, which attracts a large number of international and local tourists every year. The week-long celebration includes various religious ceremonies, rich delicacies and dances. A series of food and entertainment activities will be held in October. Tourists will surely be able to feel the hospitality of the local residents.

The "Mariana Style Festival" held in May every year kicks off the tourism month that follows. Tourists must not miss the food festival, which is attracted by the competition of famous chefs on the island. This is a festival that combines dance, music, traditional skills and culture of the Northern Mariana Islands.

The Northern Mariana Islands History and Culture Museum is located at the former Japanese Hospital on Saipan. The exhibits in the museum show the history and culture of the islands over the past four thousand years, including various artifacts used by the Chamorro and Carorans, as well as exhibits from Spain, Germany, Japan, World War II and the United States Commonwealth.