Extractions: COMORO ISLANDS Les Comores Located in a strategic position at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel, the Comoro Islands once played a major role in a thriving world economy of the western Indian Ocean . The archipelago arose from the seabed of the western Indian Ocean as the result of volcanic activity. The four major islands: Ngazidja (Grande Comore), Mwali (Moheli), Nzwani (Anjouan), and Maore (Mayotte), are of varying age with distinct topograhical characteristics. Mayotte, the oldest of the islands, is closest to Madagascar and is highly eroded with slow, meandering streams. Ngazidja, the youngest of the islands is closest to Africa and has a massive, active volcano Communities on the islands are mentioned in ancient documents. Domoni, located on the eastern shore of the island of Nzwani (Anjouan), for example, was described as a major trading center in the fifteenth century. It had trade contacts with Africa and Asia and we know from archaeological evidence that trade existed between the community and places as far away as Japan. After the Portuguese entered the Indian Ocean many European and American sailors visited the islands. These included whalers, merchants, and pirates, such as the infamous Captain Kidd . Sailors especially liked the island of Nzwani and it served as an important refueling and provisioning stop. But after the opening of the Suez Canal, the Comoros ceased to be on the main route of trade and, except for an occasional incident of history, they virtually disappeared from American and European awareness. Today, the Comoros are "Forgotten Islands."
Comoros Changed Its Name - Geography The African island country comoros changed its name and had a coup, from your About.com Guide. About Homework Help geography. Search longform name of the country was changed from the "Federal Islamic Republic of the comoros" to the "Union of comoros islands." http://geography.about.com/library/misc/blcomunion.htm
Extractions: Advertisement Dateline: 05/18/99 On Friday, April 23, delegates from the three-island country of Comoros met in Madagascar to develop a plan to give the country's two smaller islands more autonomy. Comoros is located in the Mozambique Channel of the Indian Ocean , between Mozambique and the island of Madagascar. Over the years, the two smaller islands of Comoros, Anjouan and Moheli have felt powerless against the largest island, Grande Comore, where the capital of Moroni sits. The autonomy deal was approved and the long-form name of the country was changed from the "Federal Islamic Republic of the Comoros" to the "Union of Comoros Islands."
The Country & People Of Comoros An annotated guide to internet resources on the Comoro islands for students, faculty, librarians, teachers, journalists, business people and others. (for those with sounds cards), geography, population, language, music, economy, transportation, Includes Food and Agriculture in the comoros islands. FAO map, charts showing cereal http://www.hejleh.com/countries/comoros.html
Zorona.com - Comoros Toursim Guide A toursim guide discover comoros, history, geography, traditions,culture, art comoros/TOURISM comoros The Comoro islands` Home Page. http://db.zorona.com/English/countries/country.cfm?countryid=3
Comoros Page - University Of PennsylvaniaExcellent Collection Of Resources From TRAVEL DOCUMENT SYSTEMS; A Washington DC Passport and Visa Service, with online Visa Applications for many countries. About The comoros islands and Its People People - geography - History. Culture - Economy - Government http://www.sas.upenn.edu/African_Studies/Country_Specific/Comoros.html
Extractions: Area: total area: 2,171 sq km (838 sq. mi.) land area: 2,170 sq km major islands: Grande Comore (1,025 sq. km.), Anjouan (424 sq. km.), Mayotte (374 sq. km.), and Moheli (211 sq. km.) Cities: CapitalMoroni (pop. 30,000), Mutsamudu (pop. 20,000) comparative area: slightly less than half the size of Delaware
Comoros geography. The comoros islandsGrande Comoro (Ngazidja), Anjouan, Mohéli, andMayotte (which is not part of the country and retains ties to France)are an http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0107423.html
Extractions: World Countries Infoplease Atlas: Comoros Union of Comoros Islands President: Azali Assoumani (2002) Area: 838 sq mi (2,170 sq km) Population (2003 est.): 632,948 (growth rate: 3.0%); birth rate: 38.5/1000; infant mortality rate: 79.5/1000; density per sq mi: 755 Capital and largest city (1990 est.): Moroni (on Grande Comoro), 23,432 Monetary unit: Franc Languages: French and Arab (both official), Shaafi Islam (Swahili dialect), Malagasu Ethnicity/race: Antalote, Cafre, Makoa, Oimatsaha, Sakalava Religions: Sunni Muslim 86%, Roman Catholic 14% Literacy rate: Economic summary: GDP/PPP: (2001 est.) $424 million; per capita $710 .
Extractions: Select a Country Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctica Antigua and Barbuda Arctic Ocean Argentina Armenia Aruba Ashmore and Cartier Islands Atlantic Ocean Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas, The Bahrain Baker Island Bangladesh Barbados Bassas da India Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Bouvet Island Brazil British Indian Ocean Territory British Virgin Islands Brunei Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burma Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cape Verde Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Christmas Island Clipperton Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands Colombia Comoros Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Cook Islands Coral Sea Islands Costa Rica Cote d'Ivoire Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic East Timor Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Europa Island Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern and Antarctic Lands Gabon Gambia, The
CIA World Factbook - Geography Island; Clipperton Island; Cocos (Keeling) islands; Colombia; comoros; City (HolySee); Venezuela; Vietnam; Virgin islands. W. Subscribe to the geography Newsletter. http://geography.about.com/library/cia/blcindex.htm
Comores (The Comoros Islands) geography. Located in the southern hemisphere in the middle of the channel of Mozambique,comoros islands are equidistant from Madagascar and the East Coast of http://www.kidsclubholidays.com/comores/comores.htm
Extractions: Situated off the East African coast the islands are steeped in rich history and culture imported centuries ago by Arab, Portugese and French traders. Today visitors can re-discover the ancient mosques, volcanic lakes and white beaches, not to mention the colourful coral reefs and superb scuba diving. These islands are also known as the fantasy islands, Comoros islands have all the ingredients to generate fantasy: an incredible history with pirates, sultans, kings and queens, all this mixed with tropical weather, incredible white sandy beaches and extraordinary flora and fauna. Note: if travelling to Comoros we recommend that you check the Official web site for the UK Government Foreign Office for details on the country before departing. They can be found online at www.fco.gov.uk
CIA - The World Factbook 2002 -- Comoros Features map and brief descriptions of geography, economy, government, and peopleCategory Regional Africa comoros geography, comoros, Top of Page. Location Definition Field Listing Southern Africa,group of islands in the Mozambique Channel, about twothirds of the way http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/cn.html
Extractions: Select a Country Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctica Antigua and Barbuda Arctic Ocean Argentina Armenia Aruba Ashmore and Cartier Islands Atlantic Ocean Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas, The Bahrain Baker Island Bangladesh Barbados Bassas da India Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Bouvet Island Brazil British Indian Ocean Territory British Virgin Islands Brunei Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burma Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cape Verde Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Christmas Island Clipperton Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands Colombia Comoros Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Cook Islands Coral Sea Islands Costa Rica Cote d'Ivoire Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic East Timor Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Europa Island Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern and Antarctic Lands Gabon Gambia, The
Extractions: Travel Reservations and Bookings More Categories Introduction Topography Local Life Local Cuisine Local Holidays Festivals-Events Embassies Administration News Stand Worth a See !! Sight Seeing Maps Flags Shopping Eating Out Recreation Travel Essentials Country Facts Geography People Government Economy Communications Transportation Military Search 1Up Travel
Extractions: Travel Reservations and Bookings More Categories Introduction Topography Local Life Local Cuisine Local Holidays Festivals-Events Embassies Administration News Stand Worth a See !! Sight Seeing Maps Flags Shopping Eating Out Recreation Travel Essentials Country Facts Geography People Government Economy Communications Transportation Military Search 1Up Travel
Comoros-Land & People comoros geography Flags, Maps, Economy, geography, Climate, Natural. Open Directory- Regional Africa comoros. comoros islands - Country Info on Zorona.com. http://www.arabinfoseek.com/comoros-land_&_people.htm
Extractions: General Info Art Culture Arab Diaspora ... Comoros Graphicmaps.com Comoros Flags Of The World website About Comoros comoros ACTION ATLAS: Coral Reefs: Comoros Comoros Geography - Flags, Maps, Economy, Geography, Climate, Natural ... Comoros Law Library Comoros Human Rights Practices ABCNEWS.com Country Profile: Comoros ABC Country Book of Comoros - government Flag, Map, Economy, Geography World Flag Database: Comoros World - Countries - Comoros ... COMOROS (medea.be) World Flag Database: Comoros Map of the Comoros The Muslims Directory : Countries : Comoros Comoros Arab tradition, cultural and history Dzaoudzi, Comoros Weather Atlantic Ocean Satellite by Intellicast.com 3D Atlas Online: Comoros Comoros Statistical Data World Species List - Comoros Databases Nations of the World Atlas: Comoros Comoros Country Page DACB Index catholic PuppyClass.com: Comoros
Comoros Information Network comoros from the UN Office for the Coordination of HumanitarianAffairs. The Comoro islands' Home Page News, geography, climate, population http://www.arabinfoseek.com/comoros.htm
Extractions: Comoros-Travel General Information Resources MSN Encarta - Comoros MSN Encarta - Mayotte - Encyclopedia article discusses this island's culture, history, and natural resources. MSN Encarta - Moroni capital city of Comoros Library of Congress Country Studies / Comoros Area Handbook Series, with information on society and regional security Comoro Islands - overview and links. CIA Factbook - Comoros - Features information on the geography, people, government, economy, transport, communications and defense forces, plus a map of the country. CIA The World Factbook 2000 Comoros Comoros Background - Collection of factual background about the Islands. Includes details about government, economy and history. Comoros Page - University of Pennsylvania - Excellent collection of resources from the Univ. of Pennsylvania's African Studies Center. Includes map, travel advisories, and reviewed sites. Comoros - Consular Information Sheet - from the U.S. State Department.
Extractions: ENCYCLOPEDIA Comoro Islands Political Geography Comoros, the Related Category: Comoro Islands Political Geography Comoros, the [k r s] Pronunciation Key , officially Union of the Comoros (1996 est. pop. 540,000), 838 sq mi (2,170 sq km), occupying most of the Comoro Islands, an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel, between Madagascar and Mozambique. The capital and largest city is Moroni The indigenous people are a mix of African, Arab, and Asian (mostly Indian and Malay) descent. Islam is the state religion (with Sunni predominating), and there is a sizable Roman Catholic minority. Arabic, French, and Comorian (a blend of Swahili and Arabic) are all official languages. With few natural resources, poor soil, and overpopulation, the islands are one of the world's poorest nations. Some 80% of the people are involved in agriculture. Vanilla, cloves, ylang-ylang (used in perfumes), and copra are the major exports; cassava and bananas are also grown. Rice and other foodstuffs, cement, petroleum products, transport vehicles, and consumer goods are imported. The country is heavily dependent on France for trade and foreign aid. The Comoros is a member of the Franc Zone.
Comoros - Government, History, Population, Geography And Maps the islands of Anjouan and Moheli declared their independence from comoros. governmentto reestablish control over the rebellious islands by force geography. http://www.worldrover.com/vital/comoros.html
Extractions: source: CIA World Factbook 1998 Comoros Introduction [Top of Page] Historical perspective: Comoros has had difficulty in achieving political stability, having endured 18 coups or attempted coups since receiving independence from France in 1975. Most recently, in August 1997, the islands of Anjouan and Moheli declared their independence from Comoros. An attempt in September 1997 by the government to reestablish control over the rebellious islands by force failed, and presently the Organization of African Unity is brokering negotiations to effect a reconciliation. Geography [Top of Page] Location: Southern Africa, group of islands in the Mozambique Channel, about two-thirds of the way between northern Madagascar and northern Mozambique Geographic coordinates: 12 10 S, 44 15 E Map references: Africa Area:
