Gran Canaria
Island in Spain
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Gran Canaria is one of Spain’s Canary Islands, off northwestern Africa. It's known for its black lava and white sand beaches. Its southern beaches include bustling Playa del Inglés and Puerto Rico as well as quieter Puerto de Mogán and San...
Area: 602 mi²
Population: 865,756 (2019)
Pop. density: 553.1/km2 (1432.5/sq mi)
Language: Spanish
Coordinates: 27°58′N 15°36′W / 27.967°N 15.600°W
Highest elevation: 1,956 m (6417 ft)
Highest point: Morro de la Agujereada