Welcome to Grande Île Mapou, a Tropical island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Grande Île Mapou unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Size: 0.208 km² Coastline: 1.9 km Ocean: Indian Ocean Sea: Indian Ocean Continent: Seven seas (open ocean)
Grande Île Mapou is a Tiny Island spanning 0.208 km² with a coastline of 1.9 km.
Archipel: Chagos Archipelago – A group of atolls in the Indian Ocean, known for the Diego Garcia military base and their rich marine biodiversity.
Tectonic Plate: India – A major tectonic plate that initially moved northward at a rapid pace before colliding with the Eurasian Plate. This collision is responsible for the uplift of the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates: Latitude: -5.26508424 / Longitude: 71.75109863
Climate and weather of Grande Île Mapou
Climate Zone: Tropical Climate Details: Tropical Monsoon Climate Temperature: Hot
Climate Characteristics: Characterized by heavy rainfall, high humidity, and uniformly high temperatures, but with a distinct short dry season. It features a seasonal reversal of prevailing wind directions.
