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Asan Bay Overlook: A Place of Remembrance

Reflect on history and honor the fallen at Asan Bay Overlook, offering panoramic views and a poignant memorial to WWII's Battle of Guam.

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Asan Bay Overlook offers panoramic views of Asan and Piti, Guam, and serves as a memorial to those who suffered during World War II. Completed in 1994, it commemorates the Battle of Guam and the island's occupation. The overlook features landscaped walkways, a viewing platform, and bronze sculptures depicting wartime events.

A brief summary to Asan Bay Overlook

  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit early in the morning or late afternoon for the best lighting for photography and cooler temperatures.
  • Take time to read the informative plaques to fully appreciate the historical significance of the site.
  • Wear comfortable shoes, as there are several paths to explore within the park.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    From Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport, take Route 10A to Marine Corps Drive (Route 1). Turn left and continue for approximately 5 miles. Turn left onto Route 6 and travel approximately 4 miles. The overlook will be on the right. Parking is free.

  • Public Transport

    From the airport, take a bus towards Hagåtña. Alight near the intersection of Route 1 and Route 8. Walk approximately 0.3 miles along Route 8 to the left until you reach the entrance to Asan Bay Overlook. Bus fare is around $2.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available at the airport and major hotels. A taxi ride from the airport to Asan Bay Overlook will cost approximately $25-$35. The standard flag rate is $2.40, $4.00 for the first mile, and $0.80 every ¼ mile thereafter.

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Asan Bay Overlook, completed in 1994, stands as a poignant memorial to the lives lost and the atrocities endured during World War II on Guam. The overlook provides a sweeping vista of the seaside villages of Asan and Piti, offering an aerial perspective of the beaches where U.S. Marines landed during the Battle of Guam. The site features landscaped walkways that invite quiet contemplation, leading to a viewing platform adorned with historical photos. Bronze sculptures vividly depict the events that unfolded on Guam during the Japanese occupation from 1941 to 1944 and the subsequent Battle of Guam in 1944. The Memorial Wall lists the names of 1,880 U.S. servicemen who died on Guam, along with 1,170 Guam residents who perished and 14,721 who suffered atrocities during the war. Visitors can reflect on the sacrifices made while observing the terrain that U.S. Marines scaled to reclaim the high ground during the Battle of Guam. The overlook offers a serene space for remembrance, honoring the fallen and providing a place to contemplate the battlefields below. The site is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offering free parking and paved walkways.

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