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Feb16

The Galapagos Archipelago – its rich flora and fauna

Published by Asya in Ecuador, Fishing, Hotels, Monuments, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Sightseeings, South America, Travel Stories, Walking

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The Galapagos archipelago is part of Ecuador, a country in northwestern South America. It is situated 800 kilometers west of the Ecuadorian coast and lie directly on the equator. The archipelago encompasses over 50 islands of volcanic origin that are spread out over an area of about 4,500 square kilometers. The volcanic Galapagos platform originated probably not more than 15 million years ago and the oldest island not more than 2.4 million years ago.
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