Montaña Clara, Small uninhabited island in Chinijo Archipelago, Spain
Montaña Clara is a small uninhabited island in the Chinijo Archipelago, off the northwest coast of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. The island is made of volcanic rock and has steep cliffs along most of its coastline, with no permanent structures on it.
Like the other islands of the Chinijo Archipelago, Montaña Clara was privately owned for centuries and changed hands several times over the years. In the 20th century it was placed under protection and became part of the Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park.
The island serves as a nesting ground for seabirds that return each year to breed and raise their young in this protected space. Local communities value it for its role in preserving marine wildlife in the region.
The island can only be reached by boat from Lanzarote, and landing requires a special permit obtained in advance. There is no infrastructure on the island, so visitors should bring everything they need and wear sturdy footwear for the rocky ground.
In 2007, the heirs of the last private owner attempted to sell Montaña Clara, which drew attention from buyers around the world. The sale did not go through because the island's protected status blocked any private transaction.
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