Anjouan

Anjouan rises from the Indian Ocean with Mount Ntingui reaching 1,595 meters, featuring black sand beaches and steep mountainous terrain throughout its triangular shape.

French authorities established a protectorate over Anjouan in 1886, leading to formal annexation in 1912 after forcing the last sultan to abdicate his position.

The population of Anjouan speaks Shindzuani, practices Sunni Islam, and maintains traditions influenced by centuries of African, Arab, and French presence on the island.

The island experiences temperatures between 27 and 32 degrees Celsius year-round, with cooler conditions in the mountains and warmer weather in northeastern areas.

Local farmers produce ylang-ylang oil from fragrant flowers, making this Comoran island the primary global exporter of this essential perfume ingredient.

Location: Comoros

Capital city: Mutsamudu

Elevation above the sea: 1,595 m

Part of: Comoros Islands

GPS coordinates: -12.21500,44.42500

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:04