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Umatac is a village on the south-western coast of the island of Guam. The village's name is believed to be derived from the Chamorro word "Umatalaf" meaning to catch guatifi, a type of fish. Prior to Spanish arrival on the island, an annual celebration was held North of the village at Funa Rock where the first humans were created according to the legends of the Chamorros, the native people of Guam. In 1521, the Spanish Explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived on Guam while circumnavigating the globe. Umatac Bay is traditionally sited at the location of the Spanish landing. Another explorer, Miguel López de Legazpi, arrived in Umatac in 1565 and claimed the island of Guam for Spain. During both visits, misunderstandings led to the Spanish burning village homes and killing islanders.
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Guam, USA
