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Hierro
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Hierro 

an island in the Atlantic Ocean; one of the Canary Islands (territory of Spain). Population, 5,500 (1970). Hierro covers an area of 275 sq km and rises to an elevation of 1,501 m. The island has hot springs. The climate is tropical and dry. The vegetation consists mainly of endemic species, such as the Canary pine and Canary date palm. Grapes and other crops are cultivated, and goats, sheep, and cattle are raised. The main city is Valverde. Until 1884 a meridian passing through Hierro at approximately 18° W long, was considered the prime meridian by several countries.
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The four largest islands, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are great favourites with British holidaymakers, whilst the three smaller islands, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro are lesser known.
Sun and games all year round by Birmingham Mail (England)
El Hierro has been declared at a UNESCO biosphere reserve because of the amazing variety of flora and fauna which can be found there.
A Handy Travel Guide to the Canary Islands by Julie Mercer / Travel, recreation and leisure community
ENJOY Christmas in the Canaries and get the chance to see migrating whales and dolphins while on an activity sailing holiday around the smaller islands of La Palma, El Hierro and La Gomera with Tall Ships Adventures (023 9283 2055 or visit www.
Travel: TOP CRUISES; HOLIDAY IDEAS by The Mirror (London, England)
 
 
 
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