Island of Mozambique
Also known as Ilha de Moçambique
small island off mainland Mozambique
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Island of Mozambique is a small island located off the coast of mainland Mozambique in southeastern Africa. It has historical significance as a former Portuguese colonial trading post and settlement, making it an important site for understanding the region's colonial past.
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- Population
- 14000
- Area
- 1.5
- Image
- 23 Moschee auf der Ilha de Moçambique Mosque on Ilha de Moçambique (36259242923).jpg
- Length
- 3
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- Commons category
- Ilha de Moçambique
- native label
- Ilha de Moçambique
- P8168
- Frank Lamprecht
- P12749
- February 11
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The Island of Mozambique (Portuguese: Ilha de Moçambique) lies off northern Mozambique, between the Mozambique Channel and Mossuril Bay, and is part of Nampula Province. Prior to 1898, it was the capital of colonial Portuguese East Africa.
With its rich history and sandy beaches, the Island of Mozambique is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Mozambique's fastest-growing tourist destinations. It has a permanent population of approximately 14,000 people and is served by nearby Lumbo Airport on the Nampula mainland. The name of the country was derived from the name of the island.