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The village of Merizo is located on the southern tip of the island and
is part of the Haya (Southern) District. The village derives its name
from the word “lesso”. “Lesso” is the next growth size of the juvenile
rabbit fish locally known as “manahak” and these were caught at the
mouth of the bay of that village. Merizo is the southernmost village
where one can ride a boat to a smaller island known today for its
recreational and resort facilities – Cocos Island. This small historic
village was home of the ancient Chamorros who lived along the shores
of the bay and fished for a living in the abundant sea, especially
full of “lesso”, which gave the village its name. |
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