5 Facts of Northern Mariana Islands

The capital of Northern Mariana Islands is Saipan

The Northern Mariana Islands are located between Hawaii and the Philippines comprising of fourteen islands. They are along the Mariana Trench, which is the deepest area on earth at 35,810 feet. The Islands have some interesting things you might like to know about.

5 Facts You Might Not Know

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The people living there are U.S. citizens. The government is a commonwealth who is politically united to the United States. They are a self-governing people. The majority of the people are of Asian or Pacific Islander descent, with the main religion on the island being Roman Catholic.

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They have some fine tourist attractions. Tinian hosts The Tinian Dynasty, a luxurious stay including a casino, extravagant pools and top food choices. It is a haven in a most unexpected place full of play. This is also the historical spot where the U.S. bombers left to bomb Japan. Rota is another small, friendly island with pristine and little known beaches.

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The island of Managaha has fine snorkeling. Situated with an intouched beach it is teeming with abundant marine life and coral reefs. The Triana Trench creates a view of blue and green waters specific to this little spot on earth, with unrivaled beauty.

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You can sink to the bottom of the lagoon in a Submarine when you visit Saipan. This submarine is a surprise with velvet seats, air conditioning and wonderful portholes to view the awesome sea life as well as sunken WW2 planes, boats, props and jeeps. It is an unreal experiencing this underworld.

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The Northern Mariana Islands has the lowest death rate in the world. 2 . 229/1000 says something about this little paradise. Living daily on the islands just might lengthen your life. One area that probably contributes to this is the small island of Rota where day to day living is a friendly and calm experience.