Wonderclub's Canary Islands, locator map

Facts and Figures

Description: Located off the northwestern coast of Africa, the dramatic landscape of these islands was formed by volcanic eruptions. Seven major islands are in the archipelago and its perfect weather throughout the year brings thousands of visitors, primarily from Europe.

Official Name Canary Islands,
a territory of Spain (2 provinces)

Major Cities Las Palmas and Santa Cruz de Tenerife

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Climate The islands are windy and subtropical with year-round high temperatures near 70 degrees.

Languages Spanish (official), English, German, others

Latitude/Longitude 28° 06'N, 15° 24'W

Official Currency Peseta
(Spain is now in transition to the euro. Details here)

Religions Catholic, others

Population 1.6 million

Land Area 7,770 sq km (3,000 sq miles)

Time and Date in Las Palmas

Maps

African Continent here

Suggested Links

Canary Islands web site here!