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Mahoran flag |
| Country |
Mayotte |
| Capital |
Mamoutzou |
| Location |
Southern Africa, island in the Mozambique Channel, about one-half of the way from northern Madagascar to northern Mozambique |
| Size |
374 sq km |
| Terrain |
generally undulating, with deep ravines and ancient volcanic peaks |
| Climate |
tropical; marine; hot, humid, rainy season during northeastern monsoon (November to May); dry season is cooler (May to November) |
| Languages |
Mahorian (a Swahili dialect), French (official language) spoken by 35% of the population |
| Nationality |
noun: Mahorais (singular and plural)
adjective: Mahoran |
| Religion |
Muslim 97%, Christian (mostly Roman Catholic) |
| Currency |
euro (EUR) |
| Exports |
ylang-ylang (perfume essence), vanilla, copra, coconuts, coffee, cinnamon |
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