Time Zone |
Pacific/Guam |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+10 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Piti is a municipal borough located on the west coast of Guam, a United States Overseas Territory in the Western Pacific Ocean, about 8 kilometers from the capital city of Agana. With an area of about 19 square kilometers and a population of about 1,500, the city is known for its quiet coastal communities and rich historical sites.
Piti sits on the beautiful coastline of the western side of Guam and is adjacent to Apra Harbor, an important deep-water port in the Western Pacific. Historically, Piti was a key area during the Spanish colonial period and World War II, with the ruins of World War II-era forts and an old Spanish bridge surviving. The nearby Piti Bomb Holes Marine Reserve is a renowned diving destination, known for its crystal clear waters and coral reef ecology.
The local economy is based on fishing and tourism, and is home to the Guam Power Company headquarters and Coastal Power Plant. Visitors can explore the ruins of the old village of Sumay, the coastal trail, or participate in diving and sea fishing activities. Piti maintains Guam's traditional Chamorro culture while offering modern recreational facilities, making it a unique destination where history and culture meet natural beauty.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.