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The '''Canary Islands''' (sp. ''Islas Canarias''), often referred to simply as “the Canaries”, are a group of about a dozen islands - mostly inhabited but some only wildlife reserves - in the eastern [[Atlantic Ocean]] some 100 km (about 60 m) off the coast of north-west Africa. It is a little over 1300 km (about 820 m) south of [[Spain]] of which it is an “Autonomous Community” divided into  two   provinces. Subsequently, it has two capitals - Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. As part of Spain, it is considered part of the European Community.  It has a total population of about 2.1 million.

The '''Canary Islands''' (sp. ''Islas Canarias''), often referred to simply as “the Canaries”, are a group of about a dozen islands - mostly inhabited but some only wildlife reserves - in the eastern [[Atlantic Ocean]] some 100 km (about 60 m) off the coast of north-west Africa. It is a little over 1300 km (about 820 m) south of [[Spain]] of which it is an “Autonomous Community” divided into  two provinces. Subsequently, it has two capitals - Santa Cruz de Tenerife and [[Las Palmas|Las Palmas de Gran Canaria]]. As part of Spain, it is considered part of the European Community.  It has a total population of about 2.1 million.

The [[archipelago]] is volcanic in origin and contains Western [[Europe]]’s highest [[volcano]], Mount Teide which is a [[World Heritage]] site and an extremely popular tourist attraction. Good beaches, a mild sub-tropical maritime climate and the mixture of Spanish and African influences make the islands one of the most visited international holiday destinations on earth. Whilst mostly rugged and barren, the many valleys support agriculture in the form of grains, citrus fruits, figs and wines.

The [[archipelago]] is volcanic in origin and contains Western [[Europe]]’s highest [[volcano]], Mount Teide which is a [[World Heritage]] site and an extremely popular tourist attraction. Good beaches, a mild sub-tropical maritime climate and the mixture of Spanish and African influences make the islands one of the most visited international holiday destinations on earth. Whilst mostly rugged and barren, the many valleys support agriculture in the form of grains, citrus fruits, figs and wines.