Montaña Clara (pronounced [monˈtaɲa ˈklaɾa]) (Spanish meaning "light-colored mountain") is a small uninhabited islet belonging to the Chinijo Archipelago, in the northeastern part of the Canary Islands, only a short distance (about 2 km (1.2 mi)) northwest of La Graciosa. The islet area is only 1.33 km2. The highest point of the island is 256 m (840 ft) above sea level.
 Montaña Clara Island | |
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| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 29°17′56″N 13°32′06″W / 29.299°N 13.535°W |
| Archipelago | Chinijo Archipelago |
| Area | 1.33 km2 (0.51 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 256 m (840 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Autonomous Community | Canary Islands |
| Province | Las Palmas |
| Municipality | Teguise |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 (2013) |
Being a refuge for marine birds, the island is part of the integral nature reserve Los Islotes, which is part of the natural park Chinijo Archipelago.[1][2] In August 2007 the island was offered for sale by the heirs to the last owner, Mariano López Socas, who was mayor of a small Lanzarote town, for 9 million euros.[3]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Protected Natural Areas Archived 2010-02-12 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Boletín Oficial de Canarias, pages 9723 and 9865-7
- ^ Guardian Unlimited
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