Anjouan is part of the Comoros Islands located in the Mozambique Channel. It consists of the eroded remains of a large shield volcano that formed in the Pleistocene epoch. Eruptions from fissure vents spanned in three directions, followed by a long interval of erosion.

Feb 25, 2022 · Located off the east coast of Africa, between Mozambique and Madagascar, Anjouan is one of the three main islands that make up the country of Comoros (the others are Grande Comoros and Moheli). A...

Anjouan is a triangular island rising centrally in a volcanic massif (Mount Ntingui) that reaches an elevation of about 5,200 feet (1,580 metres). Although the soil cover is good, much erosion has occurred, and many areas are no longer arable.

Feb 12, 2019 · On the volcanic Indian Ocean island of Anjouan, scientists are investigating scattered bits of quartzite, a light-colored rock apparently formed on some now far-off continent. Its presence here defies conventional geologic theory. Here, a newly discovered boulder crops out of a forested ridge.

Anjouan is an island of Comoros. Anjouan is as much developed as Grand Comore, although most ladies dress in the traditional clothes with bright colours. It adds charms to every day scenes, and will make you jaw drop more than once. But please do …

Anjouan - is the second largest island of Comoros. There are no beaches at all, though it is possible to find small spots of coastline suitable for swimming. Shore and seabed: rocks, sand.

Anjouan is an island in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa. It is part of the Comoros nation. Its chief town is Mutsamudu. It has also been known by the names: Ndzuwani or Nzwani, and historically as Johanna[4] or Hinzuan.

Jan 6, 2024 · Welcome to Anjouan, a Tropical island in the Mozambique Channel, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Anjouan unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond.

Anjouan has inherited the rule of law, monarchy founded in the early sixteenth century by Sultan Hassani Chirazi El Madoua. For centuries, she lived under the authority and the laws of a sovereign belonging to one or the other branches of one family, the descendants of Hassani Chirazi El Madoua.

Anjouan (ou Ndzouani) est surnommée l’île au parfum par ces nombreuses plantes au parfum : ylang-ylang, jasmin, basilic, girofle, vanille, etc. Elle est la plus montagneuse grâce à une forte érosion et présente un relief très accidenté riche en pentes raides et en vallées étroites.