Yap - The Land Of Stone Money : A Visitor'S Handbook To The Islands Of Yap

A comprehensive book all about Yap, Micronesia, an island known as The Land of Stone Money, located in the western North Pacific Ocean. This is the most traditional of all the Federated States of Micronesia, a land of rich traditions, special heritage and beautiful natural environment. The people of Yap say their islands are not "tourist attractions" per se, but they are genuinely interested in meeting visitors who are intrigued by the ancient culture, spectacular diving and the desire to preserve that which makes Yap unique. In Yap there is a saying: "There are no tourists, only new friends to be discovered." This book will perk the interests of like-minded visitors, providing motivation for people worldwide to come and discover Yap's fascinating culture, fabulous underwater kingdom and friendly island people. Full of color photos, maps, history and up to date information. It also includes insights into the amazing lifestyles of the outer island atoll dwellers and star navigators. This book is truly a treasure of all things Yap. Produced through the Yap Visitor's Bureau and the Yap Congress Delegation. Third edition.

• | Author: Tim Rock
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: Apr 10, 2019
• | Number of Pages: 64 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1798073617
• | ISBN-13: 9781798073612