21. Saipan Monday, March 17, 2008 We are in Guam today, the largest island in Northern Mariana Islands' geography http://www.travelblog.org/Oceania/Northern-Mariana-Islands/Saipan/blog-257894.ht

Travel Blog About Us World Facts ... Cameras Saipan Home Newest Blogs Bloggers Forum ... Saipan Links: Saipan Travel Blogs (7) Saipan Photos Northern Mariana Islands Travel Forum Hotels in Saipan ... Next Entry Travel Blogs by CO Erin Previous Entry Saipan Oceania Northern Mariana Islands Saipan March 20th 2008 by CO Erin Monday, March 17, 2008 Our tour was okay - there could have been a lot to see, but our tour guide was having problems with his English and so he forgot to tell us anything until we returned to the bus - early because we didn’t know what we were seeing. Other tours left earlier than ours and got back later than ours - all of us on a 4-hour tour. Ours lasted 3 hours on the dot and that was with going to an extra place. It was interesting to see some of the places where the Japanese and American militaries had their strongholds on one another. Also to learn about the time the Spanish were in control. It wasn’t that our guide Elliot didn’t know, he just does the tour in Japanese more often and he cannot translate it to English very well. He also was born in the Philippines and so speaks one of the dialects from there, as well. Not sure which dialect he speaks from there - he didn’t say. We returned to a very quiet ship as many passengers had taken the shuttle bus into town to the shopping mall - not sure why they needed to go to the mall when they come to Guam. Some then went on walking tours around the town from there, others rented cars or taxis for tours, didn’t have to pay for them to come all the way out to the pier. In the evening on the ship a group of young people (probably in their teens) came and performed some dances for us. It was a beautiful show - they did local traditional dances, dances from the Spanish influence in the area, and some that crossed between their local traditional dances and more modern day dances. It was a wonderful show. After that they showed the movie “Letters from Iwo Jima.”

22. Commonwealth Constitution was drafted by thirtynine elected delegates meeting in a constitutional convention on Saipan in 1976. Their proposed constitution was http://www.cnmilaw.org/constitution.htm

document.write(doClock("M0","%20","D1",",%20","Y0",";%20","W0")); Commonwealth Constitution ... was drafted by thirty-nine elected delegates meeting in a constitutional convention on Saipan in 1976. Their proposed constitution was subsequently ratified by Northern Mariana Islands voters on March 6, 1977, and became effective January 9, 1978. The original ratified 1976 Constitution (unamended) and the latest Constitution (with amendments and case annotations) is reprinted in the Northern Mariana Islands Commonwealth Code and is also sold in pamphlet format by the Commonwealth Law Revision Commision. Many provisions of the Commonwealth Constitution are mandated by the Covenant , including the bill of rights in Article I, the separate executive, legislative and judicial branches established in Articles II, III and IV, and the provision in Article XII restricting acquisition of long-term interests in land to persons of Northern Marianas descent. Proposed Constitutional amendments must be ratified by Commonwealth voters. The

23. Marianas Variety News & Views - Micronesia's Leading Newspaper Since 1972 Marianas Variety Saipan News Views - Micronesia's Leading Newspaper Since 1972. Saipan's 1st Interactive News Website. http://www.mvariety.com/

24. Saipan Tribune Online news and opinion from Saipan's daily newspaper. http://www.saipantribune.com/

Home Weather Advertising Classifieds Subscription ... Archives Home Weather Advertising Classifieds Subscription ... Archives Search Advanced Search Local Sports Opinion ... Maharlika Wednesday, November 17, 2010 Rep. Frederick P. Deleon Guerrero (Ind-Saipan), right, raises his hand to get the speaker's attention to comment on tourism issues, while Vice Speaker Felicidad Ogumoro (Cov-Saipan), left, and Rep. Ray Basa (Cov-Saipan) look on during yesterday's House session. (Haidee V. Eugenio) Sports NMITA mulls Pacific Games stint By Roselyn Monroyo Reporter Northern Mariana Islands Tennis Association is considering sending players to the 14th Pacific Games in Noumea, New Caledonia. full story Opinion Earmarks on the table By John S. DelRosario Jr. ... Contributing Author The concept of earmarks-also known as pork barrel appropriations-is up for critical review this week among lame duck members of the U.S. Congress. This and the extension of the Bush tax cuts are amongst the two most contentious issues. full story Dong Bei Trek 5: Guangzhou 2010 Asian Games By Jaime R. Vergara

25. Saipan Map | Tinian Map | Northern Mariana Islands Use the pan arrows or the overview map to navigate the map. Zoom buttons allow to quickly zoom to a predefined level on the map based on the centre of the map. http://www.cccarto.com/saipan/

Northern Mariana Islands - Saipan and Tinian AddNavigationButtonObject("nw"); AddNavigationButtonObject("n"); AddNavigationButtonObject("ne"); AddZoomButtonObject("minus"); AddZoomButtonObject("a"); AddZoomButtonObject("b"); AddZoomButtonObject("c"); AddZoomButtonObject("d"); AddZoomButtonObject("plus"); AddNavigationButtonObject("w"); AddNavigationButtonObject("e"); AddNavigationButtonObject("sw"); AddNavigationButtonObject("s"); AddNavigationButtonObject("se"); Saipan ( sai'pan ) is the largest island and capital of the United States Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, a chain of 15 tropical islands belonging to the Marianas archipelago in the western Pacific Ocean with a total area (45 sq mi). Tinian is 5 miles (8km) southwest of its sister island, Saipan. Data source: 2006 U.S. census tiger files. Use the pan arrows or the overview map to navigate the map. Zoom buttons allow to quickly zoom to a predefined level on the map based on the centre of the map. Select the map feature you want more information about. You can also find the map feature using the pull down menu.

26. Commonwealth Of The Northern Mariana Islands Office Of The Governor The website of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Office of the Governor http://gov.mp/

27. Northern Mariana Islands Travel Guide - Wikitravel The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is a commonwealth in political union with the United States. The islands are in the Micronesia region of the Pacific Ocean http://wikitravel.org/en/Northern_Mariana_Islands

Help Wikitravel grow by contributing to an article. Learn how Northern Mariana Islands From Wikitravel Oceania : Northern Mariana Islands Jump to: navigation search Contents Islands Understand History Climate ... Contact Flag Quick Facts Capital Saipan Government Commonwealth in political union with the United States Currency US dollar (USD) Area 477 sq km (includes 14 islands) Population 80,362 (July 2006 est.) Language English, Chamorro, Carolinian Religion Christian (Roman Catholic majority, although traditional beliefs and taboos may still be found) Calling Code Internet TLD .mp The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands CNMI ) is a commonwealth in political union with (and in practice, close to a territory of) the United States . The islands are in the Micronesia region of the Pacific Ocean , between Japan , the Philippines , and Palau Map of Northern Mariana Islands edit Islands Northern Islands Saipan - home to the capital and the most popular destination by far Rota Tinian edit Understand edit History The earliest settlers in the Marianas chain are thought to have descended from the Malay race and to have migrated from the Malay peninsula via Indonesia or the Philippines. Early Chamorros were farmers, fishermen, hunters, and built their houses on large stone pillars known today as "latte stones" (a few of which still exist on Tinian and Rota). The first European in these waters was Ferdinand Magellan in 1521, who landed on nearby

28. Geography And Map Of Northern Mariana Islands Geography and maps of Northern Mariana Islands. northern mariana islands trust territory of the pacific cia factbook north pacific ocean land boundaries http://geography.about.com/library/cia/blcnmariana.htm

zWASL=1;zGRH=1 zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zDO=0 Home Education Geography Geography Search Geography What Is Geography? Maps Share w(x2+zWl+'?p=1" zT="18/1[N" rel="nofollow">Print') Filed In: Geography CIA Factbook World Atlas Home Geography Home Page Northern Mariana Islands Introduction Northern Mariana Islands Background: Under US administration as part of the UN Trust Territory of the Pacific, the people of the Northern Mariana Islands decided in the 1970s not to seek independence but instead to forge closer links with the US. Negotiations for territorial status began in 1972. A covenant to establish a commonwealth in political union with the US was approved in 1975. A new government and constitution went into effect in 1978. Geography Northern Mariana Islands Location: Oceania, islands in the North Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines Geographic coordinates: 15 12 N, 145 45 E Map references: Oceania Area: total: 477 sq km land: 477 sq km water: sq km note: includes 14 islands including Saipan, Rota, and Tinian

29. Northern Mariana Islands Location - Geography Northern Mariana Islands Geography. Location Oceania, islands in the North Pacific Ocean, about three http://www.indexmundi.com/northern_mariana_islands/location.html

30. Northern Mariana Islands Delegate Act 109th CONGRESS 1st Session. H. R. 873. To provide for a nonvoting delegate to the House of Representatives to represent the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and for http://www.theorator.com/bills109/hr873.html

Contact Your Representative Contact Your Senators Search the Internet or TheOrator.com Home ... Feedback 109th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 873 To provide for a nonvoting delegate to the House of Representatives to represent the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and for other purposes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 17, 2005 Mr. POMBO (for himself, Mr. RAHALL, Mr. FLAKE, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Ms. BORDALLO, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mrs. CHRISTENSEN, Mr. CASE, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. DOOLITTLE, Mr. CARDOZA, Mr. WALDEN of Oregon, Mr. FORTUN.AE6O, Mr. REHBERG, Mr. RADANOVICH, Mr. COLE of Oklahoma, Mr. GILCHREST, and Mr. CANTOR) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Resources A BILL To provide for a nonvoting delegate to the House of Representatives to represent the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled

31. Northern Mariana Islands Environment - Current Issues - Geography Northern Mariana Islands Geography. Environment current issues contamination of groundwater on Saipan may http://www.indexmundi.com/northern_mariana_islands/environment_current_issues.ht

Northern Mariana Islands Environment - current issues Northern Mariana Islands Geography Environment - current issues: contamination of groundwater on Saipan may contribute to disease; clean-up of landfill; protection of endangered species conflicts with development Definition: This entry lists the most pressing and important environmental problems. The following terms and abbreviations are used throughout the entry: Acidification - the lowering of soil and water pH due to acid precipitation and deposition usually through precipitation; this process disrupts ecosystem nutrient flows and may kill freshwater fish and plants dependent on more neutral or alkaline conditions (see acid rain). Acid rain - characterized as containing harmful levels of sulfur dioxide or nitrogen oxide; acid rain is damaging and potentially deadly to the earth's fragile ecosystems; acidity is measured using the pH scale where 7 is neutral, values greater than 7 are considered alkaline, and values below 5.6 are considered acid precipitation; note - a pH of 2.4 (the acidity of vinegar) has been measured in rainfall in New England. Aerosol - a collection of airborne particles dispersed in a gas, smoke, or fog.

32. Northern Mariana Islands : Geography, Population Cities, Map, Flag, Gdp Gnp Econ Northern Mariana Islands geography, maps, flag, statistics, photos and cultural information about Northern Mariana Islands. http://www.studentsoftheworld.info/country_information.php?Pays=MRN

33. Northern Mariana Islands : Geography, People, Politics, Government, Economy, Tra Northern Mariana Islands Geography, People, Policy, Government, Economy, Communication, Transportation, Military http://www.studentsoftheworld.info/infopays/wfb.php3?CODEPAYS=MRN

34. Northern Mariana Islands Information, Northern Mariana Islands Geography Northern Mariana Islands Information furnishes travelers about the in depth country vistas. Get a brief idea about the geography and history related to Northern Mariana Islands. http://www.mapsofworld.com/country-profile/northern-mariana-islands-information-

Your Window to the World Maps of World.com OUR CHANNELS : Finance Travel HOME SITE MAP ... Country Profile Northern Mariana Islands Economy Northern Mariana Islands Economy Full name Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Capital City Garapan (Saipan) Language English (official), Chamorro, Japanese, Korean Currency US dollar (US$) Religion Roman Catholic, other beliefs National Anthem Gi Talo Gi Halom Tase Newspaper Saipan Tribune, Marianas Variety Places to Visit Saipan, Tinian, Ma�agaha Island, Obyan Beach, The Grotto and others. Transport Asia is the best probable air route while travelling to Northern Marianas. Opt for direct flights that traverse through the region of Saipan and Tokyo, Osaka, Korea and the Philippines. People traveling to North America, has its connection made through Guam. One may even use the inter-island boats that ply occasionsly within Marianas, or opt for a private yacht, while connecting to different places. Shopping coconut masks, coconut-crab decorations, wishing dolls and woodcarving. INTRODUCTION Take a tour to the paradise land of the Northern Mariana Islands, where one would discover ecstasy in superlative beaches, unparalleled turquoise waters and sparkling nightlife. Northern Mariana Islands are constituted with three chief islands namely Saipan, Tinian and Rota where you may choose to break free. Take an adventurous jeep tour to the open wide jungle or skydive within the flourishing islands from a greater height. From sea walking to indulging a submarine tour, one can catch up with innumerable adventures that anyone would love to explore with.

35. �ber Die Marianen Northern Mariana Islands, Northern Mariana Islands Geography and climate, Northern Mariana Islands - History, Northern Mariana Islands - Economy, Northern Mariana Islands http://gaebler.info/sonstiges/marianen.htm

Gaebler Info und Genealogie Home Genealogie Christoph G�bler H. Schwedes ... Pascal Horst Lehne �ber die Marianen D200 contra G1 Suerhop 65. Geburtstag Christ und Politik �ber die Marianen Von Pascal Horst Lehne und Christoph G�bler Lehne-Verlag, Wohldorf 1972 Preis "�ber die Marianen" 5,25 � Inhaltsverzeichnis Vorwort Einf�hrung Historisches Fl�chen ... Literatur Satellitenbilder der Inseln Wenn auf eine Insel im rechts stehenden Bild geklickt wird, �ffnet sich ein Satellitenbild der Insel. Vorwort Alamagan aus SWzS (1 � sm) Die vorliegende Ver�ffentlichung befasst sich mit der Inselgruppe der Marianen, die von 1899 - 1920 zu den deutschen Schutzgebieten in der S�dsee geh�rte, und zwar speziell mit demjenigen Teil der n�rdlichen Gruppe, die von den Chamorros (Ureinwohnern der Inseln) "GANI" genannt wurde. In einer Zeit, in der es m�glich ist, die Ausma�e eines Kraters auf dem Planeten Mars mit erstaunlicher Genauigkeit zu bestimmen, sollte man auch zuverl�ssige Angaben f�r die Fl�che und h�chste Erhebung einer Marianeninsel erwarten k�nnen. Dass dies nicht so ist, stellten wir beim Vergleich der Angaben in der Literatur bis 1971 und der zugeh�rigen Kartenwerte fest. So fanden wir f�r die H�he des h�chsten Berges der Inselkette (auf Agrigan) Angaben zwischen 275 m und 965 m; f�r die Fl�che der Insel Sarigan einerseits 59 qkm und andererseits 5 qkm.

36. Northern Mariana Islands — Infoplease.com Northern Mariana Islands Information on Northern Mariana Islands — geography, history, politics, government, economy, population statistics, culture, religion, languages http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/world/A0835972.html

37. Northern Massachusetts Telephone Workers Credit Union - What Does NMTWCU Stand F Northern Mariana Islands/Geography Northern Mariana Islands/Geography Northern Mariana Islands/History Northern Mariana Islands/History Northern Mariana Islands/Military http://acronyms.thefreedictionary.com/Northern Massachusetts Telephone Workers C

38. Northern Mariana Islands | Only Real News Culture Of Commonwealth Of The Northern Mariana Islands Geography And Map Of Northern Mariana Islands Jun 15, 2010 Geography and maps of Northern Mariana Islands. northern mariana http://real-news.info/tag/northern-mariana-islands

real-news.info Northern Mariana Islands Are You Looking For Northern Mariana Island? Check Results For Northern Mariana Island On Our Free Comparison Site. http://local.zubican.com Northern Mariana Islands ... http://www.retrevo.com travel destination finder: Beaches, water sports and hiking - Activities and attractions on Northern Mariana Islands Northern Mariana Islands: History, Geography, Government, And Information on Northern Mariana Islands geography, history, politics, government, economy, population statistics, culture, religion, languages, largest cities. Northern Mariana Islands: History, Geography, Government, And Category:northern Mariana Islands - Wikimedia Commons The Northern Mariana Islands are an insular area of the United States, Pages in category "Northern Mariana Islands" The following 2 pages are in this category, Category:northern Mariana Islands - Wikimedia Commons Northern Mariana Islands Travel Guide Interactive guide to Northern Mariana Islands with a full-screen map, videos, and photos. Information on Northern Mariana Islands sights, flights, hotels, and more. Northern Mariana Islands Travel Guide Northern Mariana Islands Atlas: Maps And Online Resources Northern Mariana Islands Atlas: Maps And Online Resources Atlas Of The Northern Mariana Islands - Wikimedia Commons Northern Mariana Islands - Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands,CNMI)

39. Northern Mariana Islands Top of Page Location Oceania, islands in the North Pacific Ocean, about threequarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines Geographic coordinates 15 12 N, 145 45 E http://www.umsl.edu/services/govdocs/wofact98/186.htm

[Country Listing] Factbook Home Page] Northern Mariana Islands (commonwealth in political union with the US) Northern Mariana Islands Geography [Top of Page] Location: Oceania, islands in the North Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines Geographic coordinates: 15 12 N, 145 45 E Map references: Oceania Area: total: 477 sq km land: 477 sq km water: sq km note: includes 14 islands including Saipan, Rota, and Tinian 2.5 times the size of Washington, DC Land boundaries: km Coastline: 1,482 km Maritime claims: exclusive economic zone: 200 nm territorial sea: 12 nm Climate: tropical marine; moderated by northeast trade winds, little seasonal temperature variation; dry season December to June, rainy season July to October Terrain: southern islands are limestone with level terraces and fringing coral reefs; northern islands are volcanic Elevation extremes: lowest point: Pacific Ocean m highest point: unnamed location on Agrihan 965 m Natural resources: arable land, fish Land use: arable land: permanent crops: NA% permanent pastures: forests and woodland: NA% other: NA% Irrigated land: NA sq km Natural hazards: active volcanoes on Pagan and Agrihan; typhoons (especially August to November)

40. Northern Mariana Islands - Education Resource - StudySphere Feedback = TOP Northern Mariana Islands Geography 2000 Location Oceania, islands in the North Pacific Ocean, about threequarters of the way from Hawaii to the http://www.studysphere.com/education/Asia-Pacific-Northern-Mariana-Islands-9781.

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