Facts

Location: Southern Indian Ocean, island in the Mozambique Channel, about half way between northern Madagascar and northern Mozambique

Area (only Total) total: 374 sq km

Climate: tropical; marine; hot, humid, rainy season during northeastern monsoon (November to May); dry season is cooler (May to November)

Terrain: generally undulating, with deep ravines and ancient volcanic peaks

Population: 216,306

Main Language (only first): Mahorian

Government type:

Capital (Name): Mamoudzou

Capital (Time Difference): UTC+3

Independence:

National holiday: Bastille Day, 14 July