Los Monjes Archipelago, Archipelago in Caribbean waters, Venezuela
The Los Monjes Archipelago comprises three main island groups with steep rock formations, covering 0.2 square kilometers near the Venezuelan coast.
Spanish explorer Alonso de Ojeda discovered these islands in 1499, naming them after the rock formations that resembled monk hoods.
The archipelago holds significance in maritime traditions, influencing navigation practices and fishing activities among local communities in the Caribbean region.
Access to the islands requires boat transportation from mainland Venezuela, with the Venezuelan Navy maintaining a base and pier on El Sur.
The archipelago features distinct geological formations rising up to 70 meters, including a lighthouse on Monjes del Sur.
Location: Federal Dependencies
GPS coordinates: 12.43333,-70.88333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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